Panasonic FZ100 vs Panasonic S2

Below is a extended analysis of the Panasonic FZ100 vs Panasonic S2, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both built by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FZ100 (14MP) and the S2 (14MP) is relatively close and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FZ100 was brought out 17 months before the S2 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic S2 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the FZ100 grades versus the S2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ100 Gallery & Panasonic S2 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ100 features external measurements of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Panasonic S2 has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FZ100 vs Panasonic S2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the FZ100 compared to the S2.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the FZ100 and S2 is 67 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements only by viewing specs. The photograph here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ100 and S2.

All in all, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution and you can expect comparable quality of images however you should factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The older FZ100 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.