FujiFilm F70EXR vs Panasonic TS3
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FujiFilm F70EXR vs Panasonic TS3 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
- Announced July 2009
- Also Known as FinePix F75EXR
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Launched August 2011
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT3
- Older Model is Panasonic TS2
- Newer Model is Panasonic TS4

FujiFilm F70EXR vs Panasonic TS3 Overview
Its time to look closer at the FujiFilm F70EXR and Panasonic TS3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the F70EXR (10MP) and the TS3 (12MP) is very well matched but the F70EXR (1/2") and TS3 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor dimensions.

The F70EXR was unveiled 3 years earlier than the TS3 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the F70EXR grades vs the TS3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm F70EXR vs Panasonic TS3 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix F70EXR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The full galleries are available at FujiFilm F70EXR Gallery and Panasonic TS3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm F70EXR over the Panasonic TS3
F70EXR | TS3 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS3 over the FujiFilm F70EXR
TS3 | F70EXR | |||
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Launched | August 2011 | ![]() | July 2009 | Fresher by 25 months |
Common features in the FujiFilm F70EXR and Panasonic TS3
F70EXR | TS3 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display sizing |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
FujiFilm F70EXR vs Panasonic TS3 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm F70EXR features outer measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS3 has dimensions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).
Examine the FujiFilm F70EXR and Panasonic TS3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the F70EXR against the TS3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the F70EXR and TS3 is 93 and 92 respectively.

FujiFilm F70EXR vs Panasonic TS3 Sensor Comparison
Often, its hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading through technical specs. The graphic here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the F70EXR and TS3.
As you have seen, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The F70EXR using its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Panasonic TS3 will give you more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older F70EXR is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm F70EXR vs Panasonic TS3 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm F70EXR vs Panasonic TS3 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix F70EXR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix F70EXR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 |
Also Known as | FinePix F75EXR | Lumix DMC-FT3 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2009-07-22 | 2011-08-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXR | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 30.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3616 x 2712 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 27-270mm (10.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.6 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames per second | 4.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.20 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 205 gr (0.45 lbs) | 197 gr (0.43 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
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 | - | 310 photographs |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-50 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $280 | $380 |