Fuji HS20 Vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150

[Pechito]

Hi, Guys...

... I'm planning to get a new super-zoom bridge camera but I need some help to decide between Fujifilm Finepix HS20:
http://www.cameralabs.com/reviews/Fu...ePix_HS20_EXR/
or
Lumix DMC-FZ150:
http://www.cameralabs.com/reviews/Pa...mix_DMC_FZ150/

I do not care about video capabilities; I just need excelent macro capabilities to get VERY VERY SHARP images, with excelent resolution to be enlarged at 50 x 60 size without (or very low) noise.

Can you, please, help me to make THE BEST decission about this?

[WRon]

While both of these cameras are good, I don't think you could expect good resolution in 50 x 60 prints from either one. Both have sensors that are smaller than those found in many digital single lens reflex (DSLR) cameras. Consequently, noise and sharpness is not going to equal that which you can find in a DSLR. Moreover, while super zooms are very convenient, their optical performance, while pretty good, will not be good enough for sharp pictures when enlarged to the extent you are wanting.

I think that both the Finepix and the Lumix are intended for use by those who want a relatively small camera with a wide-to-telephoto range, but do not require large prints. Either would be a good choice for casual snap shooters or for those who need a backup camera for another, higher quality DSLR. Maybe some one else can chime in and give you more information.

[MarkD]

I have a Fuji HS10 which is very similar to the HS20 and I agree with WRon. I doubt very much if you would get satisfactory prints anywhere near 50x60 with any bridge camera. I think that you're best off with a DSLR.

[NJMurphy]

Is that 50x60 in inches or centimeters?

Centimeters convert to 19.6 x 23.6 inches for our metrically challenged members. Still fairly large to go to from the small sensors in these cameras.

[Pechito]

Thank you very much to both of you for your kind reply... I think you're right, I can not get excellent results with them making such large enlargements...

Anyway, if you were me, which one of the two would you choose and why?

[Pechito]

Thank you, NJMurphy... I'm talking about inches...

Toooooooooooo laaaarge; Isn't it????

[MarkD]

Good point. The OP is from Venezuela where they use the metric system. Even at 19.6 x 23.6 I doubt that you'll get very sharp images with low noise.

[MarkD]

Please ignore my previous post. I made it before Pechito's posts and I can't delete or change it.

Is there a reason that you want a bridge camera instead of a DSLR? If it's the cost, you can get a good used DSLR and lens for about what an HS20 costs. If it's ease of use, DSLR's can be used on auto as easily as a bridge camera. In any case, a DSLR may be the only way to get the results you want.