Fujifilm X-S1 vs Panasonic FZ28

On this page, we are looking at the Fujifilm X-S1 and Panasonic FZ28, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-S1 (12MP) and the FZ28 (10MP) is very well matched but the Fujifilm X-S1 (2/3") and FZ28 (1/2.3") provide different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-S1 was manufactured 2 years after the FZ28 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic FZ28 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-S1 scores against the FZ28 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-S1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X-S1 Gallery & Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-S1 features exterior dimensions of 135mm x 107mm x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") accompanied by a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ28 has specifications of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") having a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-S1 and Panasonic FZ28 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-S1 versus the FZ28.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-S1 and FZ28 is 52 and 72 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes purely by looking at a spec sheet. The pic underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-S1 and FZ28.

As you can see, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-S1 because of its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Fujifilm X-S1 will resolve extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-S1 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.