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FujiFilm JX350 vs Panasonic ZR3

Portability
95
Imaging
39
Features
22
Overall
32
FujiFilm FinePix JX350 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 front
Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
26
Overall
32

FujiFilm JX350 vs Panasonic ZR3 Key Specs

FujiFilm JX350
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
  • 130g - 94 x 56 x 24mm
  • Revealed January 2011
  • Additionally referred to as FinePix JX355
Panasonic ZR3
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 159g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
  • Launched January 2010
  • Also referred to as Lumix DMC-ZX3
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FujiFilm JX350 vs Panasonic ZR3 Overview

Following is a extended overview of the FujiFilm JX350 vs Panasonic ZR3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the JX350 (16MP) and the ZR3 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The JX350 was brought out 12 months after the ZR3 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the JX350 matches up vs the ZR3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX350 over the Panasonic ZR3

 JX350 ZR3 
LaunchedJanuary 2011January 2010More modern by 12 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR3 over the FujiFilm JX350

 ZR3 JX350 

Common features in the FujiFilm JX350 and Panasonic ZR3

 JX350 ZR3 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen measurement
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch screen Neither features Touch screen

FujiFilm JX350 vs Panasonic ZR3 Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JX350 enjoys outer dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZR3 has measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the JX350 compared to the ZR3.

FujiFilm JX350 vs Panasonic ZR3 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the JX350 and ZR3 is 95 and 94 respectively.

FujiFilm JX350 vs Panasonic ZR3 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JX350 vs Panasonic ZR3 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizes simply by going over specifications. The pic below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the JX350 and ZR3.

To sum up, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can expect the FujiFilm JX350 to deliver more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The younger JX350 will have a benefit in sensor tech.

FujiFilm JX350 vs Panasonic ZR3 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JX350 vs Panasonic ZR3 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JX350 vs Panasonic ZR3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JX350 Portrait photography advice
Panasonic ZR3 Portrait photography advice
30
decent MP (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
28
good resolution (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JX350 Street photography details
Panasonic ZR3 Street photography details
56
lighter than average (130g)
no moving screen
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
57
has image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JX350 Sports photography factors
Panasonic ZR3 Sports photography factors
32
decent MP (16MP)
includes tracking focus
max fps low (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
bad battery (180 shots)
has no phase detect AF
37
has image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (14MP)
comes with tracking focus
low max shutter speed (1/1,300s)
low fps (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm JX350
Travel photography with Panasonic ZR3
65
lighter than average (130g)
decent MP (16MP)
has built in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
no Time Lapse mode
bad battery (180 CIPA)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
65
good resolution (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
decently wide (25mm)
no Time Lapse recording
does not offer selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JX350 Landscape photography advice
Panasonic ZR3 Landscape photography advice
33
pretty wide (28mm)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
screen is small (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
bad battery (180 CIPA)
no Time Lapse mode
37
decently wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (14MP)
lack of manual focus
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
lack of manual mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
no Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with FujiFilm JX350
Vlogging with Panasonic ZR3
28
pretty wide (28mm)
lighter than average (130 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
no mic support
29
decently wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not offer selfie friendly display
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
no mic socket
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FujiFilm JX350 vs Panasonic ZR3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JX350 and Panasonic ZR3
 FujiFilm FinePix JX350Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Panasonic
Model FujiFilm FinePix JX350 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3
Also called as FinePix JX355 Lumix DMC-ZX3
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2011-01-05 2010-01-26
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - 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 surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3440 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Maximum enhanced ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points - 11
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 25-200mm (8.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.6-6.2 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus range - 3cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of display 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display technology TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 secs 60 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/1800 secs 1/1300 secs
Continuous shutter rate 1.0fps 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.00 m 5.30 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
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 data format Motion JPEG AVCHD Lite
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
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 130 grams (0.29 lb) 159 grams (0.35 lb)
Physical dimensions 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 180 images -
Battery type Battery Pack -
Battery model NP-45A -
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
Price at release $200 $280