Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Panasonic FZ200 and FujiFilm HS20 EXR side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic FZ200 has external dimensions of 125 x 87 x 110 mm (4.92 x 3.43 x 4.33″) and weighs 588 g (1.30 lb / 20.74 oz) (including batteries). FujiFilm HS20 EXR has external dimensions of 131 x 91 x 126 mm (5.16 x 3.58 x 4.96″) and weighs 730 g (1.61 lb / 25.75 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic FZ200 and the FujiFilm HS20 EXR. Panasonic FZ200 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 6mm narrower, 4mm shorter and 16mm thinner than FujiFilm HS20 EXR.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic FZ200 and FujiFilm HS20 EXR.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic FZ200 and FujiFilm HS20 EXR.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic FZ200 is significantly lighter (142g ) than the FujiFilm HS20 EXR which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 nor FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR (FinePix HS22 EXR) provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Panasonic FZ200 and FujiFilm HS20 EXR's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
FujiFilm HS20 EXR features a
Tilting-only screen which is mostly only good for shooting from waist or over-the-head levels. On the other hand, Panasonic FZ200 sports a
Fully Articulated screen which is more flexible and useful, especially for taking selfies and video.