FujiFilm S3200 vs Panasonic FZ70
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FujiFilm S3200 vs Panasonic FZ70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-576mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 540g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
- Launched January 2011
- Also Known as FinePix S3250
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 20-1200mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 606g - 130 x 97 x 118mm
- Revealed July 2013

FujiFilm S3200 vs Panasonic FZ70 Overview
Below, we will be analyzing the FujiFilm S3200 and Panasonic FZ70, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S3200 (14MP) and the FZ70 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The S3200 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the FZ70 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief overview of how the S3200 matches up versus the FZ70 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm S3200 vs Panasonic FZ70 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S3200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70. The full galleries are available at FujiFilm S3200 Gallery & Panasonic FZ70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S3200 over the Panasonic FZ70
S3200 | FZ70 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ70 over the FujiFilm S3200
FZ70 | S3200 | |||
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Revealed | July 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 30 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm S3200 and Panasonic FZ70
S3200 | FZ70 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
FujiFilm S3200 vs Panasonic FZ70 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm S3200 enjoys exterior dimensions of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ70 has proportions of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") having a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).
Analyze the FujiFilm S3200 and Panasonic FZ70 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the S3200 vs the FZ70.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S3200 and FZ70 is 67 and 63 respectively.

FujiFilm S3200 vs Panasonic FZ70 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading through specifications. The photograph below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S3200 and FZ70.
To sum up, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic FZ70 to give extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older S3200 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.

FujiFilm S3200 vs Panasonic FZ70 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S3200 vs Panasonic FZ70 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S3200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S3200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 |
Also Known as | FinePix S3250 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2013-07-18 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-576mm (24.0x) | 20-1200mm (60.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Screen LCD Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 202k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 9.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 13.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (50i/60i, 25p/30p), 1280 x 720p (50p/60p or 25p/30p), 640 x 480 (25p/30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 540 grams (1.19 pounds) | 606 grams (1.34 pounds) |
Dimensions | 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") | 130 x 97 x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 41 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 19.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.8 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 171 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 images | 400 images |
Battery form | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $190 | $300 |