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FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic FH3

Portability
94
Imaging
38
Features
16
Overall
29
FujiFilm FinePix AX350 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 front
Portability
94
Imaging
36
Features
21
Overall
30

FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic FH3 Key Specs

FujiFilm AX350
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 33-165mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
  • Launched January 2011
  • Also Known as FinePix AX355
Panasonic FH3
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
  • 165g - 98 x 55 x 24mm
  • Announced January 2010
  • Also Known as Lumix DMC-FS11
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic FH3 Overview

Here, we will be reviewing the FujiFilm AX350 and Panasonic FH3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the AX350 (16MP) and the FH3 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The AX350 was introduced 13 months later than the FH3 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the AX350 scores versus the FH3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm AX350 over the Panasonic FH3

 AX350 FH3 
AnnouncedJanuary 2011January 2010Fresher by 13 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic FH3 over the FujiFilm AX350

 FH3 AX350 

Common features in the FujiFilm AX350 and Panasonic FH3

 AX350 FH3 
Focus manually Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size2.7"2.7"Same screen measurements
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch screen Neither includes Touch screen

FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic FH3 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The FujiFilm AX350 features outer measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Panasonic FH3 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the AX350 compared to the FH3.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic FH3 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the AX350 and FH3 is 94 and 94 respectively.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic FH3 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic FH3 Sensor Comparison

Generally, its tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking technical specs. The visual here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the AX350 and FH3.

As you can tell, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the FujiFilm AX350 to give you greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern AX350 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic FH3 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic FH3 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic FH3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Portrait photography information
Panasonic FH3 Portrait photography information
29
MP count good (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
no external flash support
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
28
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Street photography advice
Panasonic FH3 Street photography advice
48
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Sports photography factors
Panasonic FH3 Sports photography factors
30
MP count good (16MP)
provides tracking focus
max shutter speed is low (1/1,400s)
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
terrible battery pack (180 CIPA)
does not have phase detect autofocus
34
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
max fps low (6.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm AX350
Travel photography with Panasonic FH3
56
MP count good (16MP)
flash built-in
lack of Time Lapse function
terrible battery pack (180 shots)
does not feature selfie friendly display
wide angle not great (33mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
64
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
built-in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Landscape photography highlights
Panasonic FH3 Landscape photography highlights
28
MP count good (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (33mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
terrible battery pack (180 per charge)
lack of Time Lapse function
37
pretty wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic FH3 as a Vlogging camera
22
wide angle not great (33mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
does not feature selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of mic port
29
pretty wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external mic jack
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic FH3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm AX350 and Panasonic FH3
 FujiFilm FinePix AX350Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type FujiFilm FinePix AX350 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3
Otherwise known as FinePix AX355 Lumix DMC-FS11
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2011-01-05 2010-01-06
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4608 x 3440 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Highest boosted ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points - 9
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 33-165mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.3-5.9 f/2.8-6.9
Macro focusing distance - 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen technology TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8s 60s
Highest shutter speed 1/1400s 1/1600s
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames per second 6.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 6.80 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 168 gr (0.37 lb) 165 gr (0.36 lb)
Physical dimensions 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") 98 x 55 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 180 photos -
Type of battery AA -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal
Storage slots One One
Cost at launch $0 $160