Fujifilm X20 vs Panasonic FZ28

Here, we are analyzing the Fujifilm X20 vs Panasonic FZ28, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X20 (12MP) and the FZ28 (10MP) is fairly comparable but the Fujifilm X20 (2/3") and FZ28 (1/2.3") offer different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X20 was introduced 4 years after the FZ28 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm X20 scores against the FZ28 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X20 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X20 Gallery and Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X20 offers exterior measurements of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") having a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ28 has proportions of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") along with a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X20 against the FZ28.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X20 and FZ28 is 83 and 72 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes simply by going through technical specs. The pic below should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X20 and FZ28.

As you can tell, each of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X20 having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Fujifilm X20 will produce extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X20 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.