Panasonic FZ100 vs Panasonic ZS50

The following is a thorough comparison of the Panasonic FZ100 versus Panasonic ZS50, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FZ100 (14MP) and the ZS50 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FZ100 was introduced 5 years earlier than the ZS50 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS50 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the FZ100 matches up vs the ZS50 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ100 Gallery and Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ100 provides external measurements of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS50 has dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FZ100 versus Panasonic ZS50 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the FZ100 versus the ZS50.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ100 and ZS50 is 67 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking specs. The image underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ100 and ZS50.

All in all, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic FZ100 to give extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images more aggressively. The more aged FZ100 is going to be behind in sensor tech.