Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic ZR3
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Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic ZR3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 405g - 111 x 78 x 79mm
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 159g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-ZX3

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic ZR3 Overview
Following is a in-depth review of the Fujifilm S8100fd and Panasonic ZR3, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) and ZR3 (14MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S8100fd was announced 12 months prior to the ZR3 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm S8100fd grades versus the ZR3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic ZR3 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery & Panasonic ZR3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8100fd over the Panasonic ZR3
Fujifilm S8100fd | ZR3 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR3 over the Fujifilm S8100fd
ZR3 | Fujifilm S8100fd | |||
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Introduced | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 12 months |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Fujifilm S8100fd and Panasonic ZR3
Fujifilm S8100fd | ZR3 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic ZR3 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm S8100fd comes with physical measurements of 111mm x 78mm x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Panasonic ZR3 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm S8100fd and Panasonic ZR3 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm S8100fd vs the ZR3.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8100fd and ZR3 is 75 and 94 respectively.

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic ZR3 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The image below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8100fd and ZR3.
As you can see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic ZR3 to deliver greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S8100fd is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

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Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic ZR3 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-ZX3 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-01-15 | 2010-01-26 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 10 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 27-486mm (18.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 8.80 m (Auto ISO (800)) | 5.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 30 fps, 320 x 240 30 fps | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 405 gr (0.89 lbs) | 159 gr (0.35 lbs) |
Dimensions | 111 x 78 x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | xD Picturecard/SD/SDHC/MMC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $300 | $280 |