Reasons to choose FinePix S9100
Released in 2006, FinePix S9100 has about 48 mm² of sensor area, 9.1 MP effective resolution, and a 645 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.
Side-by-side comparison
Fujifilm FinePix S9100
vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC1
VS
Sensor area
48 mm²
FinePix S910058 mm²
Lumix DMC-LC1- Area ratio
- 1.21:1
- Absolute difference
- 10 mm²
- Relative difference
- 21%
The Lumix DMC-LC1 has the larger sensor area. More area usually means greater light-gathering potential, though real image quality still depends on sensor architecture and generation.
These cameras were released 2 years apart. Consider sensor generation when comparing pixel metrics.
Key specification differences
FinePix S9100MetricLumix DMC-LC1
9.1 MPEffective pixels4.9 MP
8 × 6Sensor8.8 × 6.6
2.3 µmPixel pitch3.44 µm
5.27 µm²Pixel area11.85 µm²
18.96 MP/cm²Pixel density8.44 MP/cm²
4.33Crop factor3.93
—Maximum video—
645 gWeight702 g
CompactFlash type I, CompactFlash type II, Microdrive, xD PictureStorageMultiMedia, Secure Digital
AA (4) batteries (NiMH recommended)BatteryLithium-Ion 1400 mAh supplied Li-ion battery
Amber marks the value that is generally preferable in this comparison context. It is not an overall camera score.
How to choose between these cameras
The Lumix DMC-LC1 has the larger sensor area. The FinePix S9100 has the lighter body. The FinePix S9100 has the higher effective resolution. The FinePix S9100 is the newer release. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Reasons to choose Lumix DMC-LC1
Released in 2004, Lumix DMC-LC1 has about 58 mm² of sensor area, 4.9 MP effective resolution, and a 702 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.