Fujifilm F770EXR vs Panasonic ZR3

Here, we are contrasting the Fujifilm F770EXR and Panasonic ZR3, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm F770EXR (16MP) and the ZR3 (14MP) is fairly well matched but the Fujifilm F770EXR (1/2") and ZR3 (1/2.3") have different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm F770EXR was announced 24 months after the ZR3 making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm F770EXR matches up versus the ZR3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix F770EXR & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm F770EXR Gallery & Panasonic ZR3 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm F770EXR provides external dimensions of 105mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZR3 has measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm F770EXR and Panasonic ZR3 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm F770EXR versus the ZR3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm F770EXR and ZR3 is 90 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading through specs. The pic below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm F770EXR and ZR3.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm F770EXR having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm F770EXR will give you greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm F770EXR should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.