FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic ZS3
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FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic ZS3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 151g - 97 x 57 x 28mm
- Released July 2011
- Alternate Name is FinePix T305
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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 Known as Lumix DMC-TZ7

FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic ZS3 Overview
Lets look more closely at the FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic ZS3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the T300 (14MP) and ZS3 (10MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The T300 was revealed 2 years later than the ZS3 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the T300 matches up vs the ZS3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic ZS3 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix T300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The full galleries are viewable at FujiFilm T300 Gallery and Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm T300 over the Panasonic ZS3
T300 | ZS3 | |||
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Announced | July 2011 | ![]() | May 2009 | Fresher by 27 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS3 over the FujiFilm T300
ZS3 | T300 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm T300 and Panasonic ZS3
T300 | ZS3 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic ZS3 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and volume. The FujiFilm T300 provides outer measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS3 has sizing of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).
Look at the FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic ZS3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the T300 versus the ZS3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the T300 and ZS3 is 94 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic ZS3 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by going over technical specs. The graphic underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the T300 and ZS3.
As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the FujiFilm T300 to deliver greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics far more aggressively. The newer T300 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic ZS3 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic ZS3 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix T300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix T300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 |
Also called | FinePix T305 | Lumix DMC-TZ7 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-07-19 | 2009-05-14 |
Physical type | Compact | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 10MP |
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 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | 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 | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 2.60 m | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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) | 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 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 151g (0.33 lbs) | 229g (0.50 lbs) |
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 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $250 | $200 |