FujiFilm F70EXR vs Panasonic S3
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FujiFilm F70EXR vs Panasonic S3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-270mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
- 205g - 99 x 59 x 23mm
- Revealed July 2009
- Alternate Name is FinePix F75EXR
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 117g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Launched January 2011
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Below is a complete assessment of the FujiFilm F70EXR and Panasonic S3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the F70EXR (10MP) and S3 (14MP) and the F70EXR (1/2") and S3 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizing.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe F70EXR was revealed 17 months prior to the S3 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a brief view of how the F70EXR grades versus the S3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Photography Glossary FujiFilm F70EXR vs Panasonic S3 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix F70EXR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3. The full galleries are viewable at FujiFilm F70EXR Gallery and Panasonic S3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm F70EXR over the Panasonic S3
| F70EXR | S3 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Panasonic S3 over the FujiFilm F70EXR
| S3 | F70EXR | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2011 | July 2009 | More recent by 17 months |
Common features in the FujiFilm F70EXR and Panasonic S3
| F70EXR | S3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same screen measurement | |
| Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
| Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
| Touch screen | No Touch screen |
FujiFilm F70EXR vs Panasonic S3 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm F70EXR comes with physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S3 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Take a look at the FujiFilm F70EXR and Panasonic S3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the F70EXR compared to the S3.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the F70EXR and S3 is 93 and 96 respectively.
FujiFilm F70EXR vs Panasonic S3 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements simply by checking out specifications. The graphic here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the F70EXR and S3.
Plainly, both the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The F70EXR using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Panasonic S3 will provide more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The older F70EXR will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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FujiFilm F70EXR vs Panasonic S3 Specifications
| FujiFilm FinePix F70EXR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model | FujiFilm FinePix F70EXR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 |
| Also called | FinePix F75EXR | - |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2009-07-22 | 2011-01-05 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | EXR | Venus Engine IV |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 30.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 3616 x 2712 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 11 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 27-270mm (10.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/3.1-5.6 |
| Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.6 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.20 m | 3.30 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 205 grams (0.45 lbs) | 117 grams (0.26 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 250 shots |
| Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-50 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Price at launch | $280 | $110 |