FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic ZR3
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic ZR3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-165mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Additionally Known as FinePix AX355
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 159g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Announced January 2010
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-ZX3

FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic ZR3 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic ZR3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the AX350 (16MP) and the ZR3 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The AX350 was released 12 months later than the ZR3 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the AX350 scores vs the ZR3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic ZR3 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix AX350 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm AX350 Gallery & Panasonic ZR3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AX350 over the Panasonic ZR3
AX350 | ZR3 | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR3 over the FujiFilm AX350
ZR3 | AX350 |
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Common features in the FujiFilm AX350 and Panasonic ZR3
AX350 | ZR3 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic ZR3 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm AX350 comes with outer dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Panasonic ZR3 has proportions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
Compare the FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic ZR3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the AX350 vs the ZR3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the AX350 and ZR3 is 94 and 94 respectively.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic ZR3 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through specifications. The graphic here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the AX350 and ZR3.
Plainly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can anticipate the FujiFilm AX350 to provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The newer AX350 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic ZR3 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic ZR3 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix AX350 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix AX350 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 |
Other name | FinePix AX355 | Lumix DMC-ZX3 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2010-01-26 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine HD II |
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 | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 33-165mm (5.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 5.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168 gr (0.37 lbs) | 159 gr (0.35 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 images | - |
Battery style | AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $0 | $280 |