FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic SZ3
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FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic SZ3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 151g - 97 x 57 x 28mm
- Announced July 2011
- Additionally Known as FinePix T305
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 126g - 95 x 56 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2013

FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic SZ3 Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the FujiFilm T300 versus Panasonic SZ3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the T300 (14MP) and the SZ3 (16MP) is very close and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The T300 was unveiled 17 months earlier than the SZ3 making them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short view of how the T300 matches up versus the SZ3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic SZ3 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix T300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3. The full galleries are provided at FujiFilm T300 Gallery and Panasonic SZ3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm T300 over the Panasonic SZ3
T300 | SZ3 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ3 over the FujiFilm T300
SZ3 | T300 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | July 2011 | Newer by 17 months |
Common features in the FujiFilm T300 and Panasonic SZ3
T300 | SZ3 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal display sizing |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic SZ3 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm T300 enjoys external measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ3 has measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).
Compare the FujiFilm T300 versus Panasonic SZ3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the T300 against the SZ3.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the T300 and SZ3 is 94 and 96 respectively.

FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic SZ3 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions only by viewing specifications. The picture here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the T300 and SZ3.
Plainly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic SZ3 to result in greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged T300 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic SZ3 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic SZ3 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix T300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix T300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 |
Otherwise known as | FinePix T305 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-07-19 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.60 m | 4.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 151 grams (0.33 pounds) | 126 grams (0.28 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 95 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 | 180 photos | 250 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 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 | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $250 | $150 |