Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic ZS20
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Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic ZS20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
- 124g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
- Revealed August 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 206g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Revealed April 2012
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ30
- Superseded the Panasonic ZS15
- Newer Model is Panasonic ZS25

Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic ZS20 Overview
The following is a in depth comparison of the Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic ZS20, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm JX370 (14MP) and the ZS20 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm JX370 was revealed 8 months prior to the ZS20 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm JX370 scores vs the ZS20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic ZS20 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix JX370 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm JX370 Gallery & Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX370 over the Panasonic ZS20
Fujifilm JX370 | ZS20 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS20 over the Fujifilm JX370
ZS20 | Fujifilm JX370 | |||
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Revealed | April 2012 | ![]() | August 2011 | Newer by 8 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm JX370 and Panasonic ZS20
Fujifilm JX370 | ZS20 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic ZS20 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm JX370 has got exterior dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS20 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic ZS20 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm JX370 compared to the ZS20.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JX370 and ZS20 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic ZS20 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions just by checking out specs. The image here might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm JX370 and ZS20.
All in all, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP and you can expect comparable quality of files although you should always factor the age of the cameras into account. The more aged Fujifilm JX370 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic ZS20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic ZS20 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix JX370 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix JX370 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ30 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-08-11 | 2012-04-26 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
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 | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.6-6.2 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 15s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1800s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 6.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 124 grams (0.27 pounds) | 206 grams (0.45 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 | 190 photographs | 260 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $159 | $349 |