Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic 3D1

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Fujifilm JX370 and Panasonic 3D1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm JX370 (14MP) and the 3D1 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JX370 was brought out 2 months earlier than the 3D1 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm JX370 grades against the 3D1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix JX370 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm JX370 Gallery and Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm JX370 comes with exterior measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Panasonic 3D1 has sizing of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm JX370 and Panasonic 3D1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm JX370 against the 3D1.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JX370 and 3D1 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing merely by checking out specs. The photograph here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm JX370 and 3D1.

All in all, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Fujifilm JX370 to produce more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively.