FujiFilm S2800HD vs Panasonic ZS3
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FujiFilm S2800HD vs Panasonic ZS3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 437g - 110 x 74 x 82mm
- Launched February 2010
- Alternative Name is FinePix S2900HD
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 229g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Announced May 2009
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ7
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The following is a in depth overview of the FujiFilm S2800HD and Panasonic ZS3, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the S2800HD (14MP) and ZS3 (10MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe S2800HD was unveiled 9 months after the ZS3 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm S2800HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS3 being a Compact camera.
Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short introduction of how the S2800HD matches up against the ZS3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2800HD over the Panasonic ZS3
| S2800HD | ZS3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | February 2010 |  | May 2009 | Newer by 9 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS3 over the FujiFilm S2800HD
| ZS3 | S2800HD | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2800HD and Panasonic ZS3
| S2800HD | ZS3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Absent Touch screen |
FujiFilm S2800HD vs Panasonic ZS3 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S2800HD enjoys exterior dimensions of 110mm x 74mm x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS3 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).
Take a look at the FujiFilm S2800HD and Panasonic ZS3 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the S2800HD compared to the ZS3.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S2800HD and ZS3 is 75 and 91 respectively.
FujiFilm S2800HD vs Panasonic ZS3 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions purely by viewing specifications. The image underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2800HD and ZS3.
Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the FujiFilm S2800HD to render more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher S2800HD will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
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FujiFilm S2800HD vs Panasonic ZS3 Specifications
| FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 |
| Also called as | FinePix S2900HD | Lumix DMC-TZ7 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2010-02-02 | 2009-05-14 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | 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 | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| 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 | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.3-4.9 |
| Macro focusing range | 2cm | 3cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder coverage | 99% | - |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.40 m | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (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 data 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 | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 437 grams (0.96 pounds) | 229 grams (0.50 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 110 x 74 x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 ID | 4 x AA | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at release | $260 | $200 |