FujiFilm T200 vs Panasonic ZS3
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FujiFilm T200 vs Panasonic ZS3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 151g - 97 x 57 x 28mm
- Announced January 2011
- Also referred to as FinePix T205
(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
- Revealed May 2009
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ7

FujiFilm T200 vs Panasonic ZS3 Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the FujiFilm T200 versus Panasonic ZS3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the T200 (14MP) and ZS3 (10MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The T200 was manufactured 21 months later than the ZS3 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the T200 scores versus the ZS3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm T200 vs Panasonic ZS3 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix T200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm T200 Gallery and Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm T200 over the Panasonic ZS3
T200 | ZS3 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | ![]() | May 2009 | Fresher by 21 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS3 over the FujiFilm T200
ZS3 | T200 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm T200 and Panasonic ZS3
T200 | ZS3 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm T200 vs Panasonic ZS3 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera, you should factor its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm T200 provides exterior dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS3 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).
Check out the FujiFilm T200 versus Panasonic ZS3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the T200 against the ZS3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the T200 and ZS3 is 94 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm T200 vs Panasonic ZS3 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by seeing specs. The photograph here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the T200 and ZS3.
All in all, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the FujiFilm T200 to show more detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more recent T200 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

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FujiFilm T200 vs Panasonic ZS3 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix T200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix T200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 |
Also Known as | FinePix T205 | Lumix DMC-TZ7 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2009-05-14 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 2.60 m | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, 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 | ||
Supported 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 file format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 151 grams (0.33 pounds) | 229 grams (0.50 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
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 photographs | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $160 | $200 |