Fujifilm XF10 vs Panasonic SZ8

Below is a comprehensive comparison of the Fujifilm XF10 and Panasonic SZ8, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm XF10 (24MP) and SZ8 (16MP) and the Fujifilm XF10 (APS-C) and SZ8 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm XF10 was revealed 4 years later than the SZ8 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm XF10 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic SZ8 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm XF10 matches up vs the SZ8 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm XF10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XF10 Gallery & Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm XF10 has external dimensions of 113mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 279 grams (0.62 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ8 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm XF10 and Panasonic SZ8 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm XF10 vs the SZ8.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XF10 and SZ8 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualize the gap in sensor measurements merely by going through specifications. The photograph here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XF10 and SZ8.

Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm XF10 with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Fujifilm XF10 will produce extra detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm XF10 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.