Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic FZ28
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Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic FZ28 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
- 124g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
- Launched August 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 417g - 118 x 75 x 89mm
- Launched January 2009

Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic FZ28 Overview
In this article, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm JX370 versus Panasonic FZ28, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm JX370 (14MP) and FZ28 (10MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm JX370 was revealed 2 years later than the FZ28 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a short view of how the Fujifilm JX370 scores vs the FZ28 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic FZ28 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix JX370 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm JX370 Gallery and Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX370 over the Panasonic FZ28
Fujifilm JX370 | FZ28 | |||
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Launched | August 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 32 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Fujifilm JX370
FZ28 | Fujifilm JX370 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Common features in the Fujifilm JX370 and Panasonic FZ28
Fujifilm JX370 | FZ28 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic FZ28 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm JX370 has physical dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ28 has sizing of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") with a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm JX370 versus Panasonic FZ28 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm JX370 and the FZ28.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JX370 and FZ28 is 95 and 72 respectively.

Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic FZ28 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements purely by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm JX370 and FZ28.
Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Fujifilm JX370 to show extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm JX370 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic FZ28 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic FZ28 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix JX370 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix JX370 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-08-11 | 2009-01-15 |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.6-6.2 | f/2.8-4.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1800 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 8.50 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2) |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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, 848 x 480, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30fps, 320 x 240 @ 10fps |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 124 grams (0.27 lbs) | 417 grams (0.92 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 118 x 75 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 27 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 17.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 79 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 190 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $159 | $599 |