Fujifilm JX550 vs Panasonic ZS3

Here, we are looking at the Fujifilm JX550 vs Panasonic ZS3, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and ZS3 (10MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JX550 was brought out 2 years later than the ZS3 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a short summary of how the Fujifilm JX550 matches up versus the ZS3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix JX550 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm JX550 Gallery & Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm JX550 enjoys outer measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS3 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 vs the ZS3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JX550 and ZS3 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing purely by looking through a spec sheet. The visual below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm JX550 and ZS3.

As you can see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can anticipate the Fujifilm JX550 to render extra detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm JX550 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.