Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic ZS3
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Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic ZS3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1056mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Released March 2013
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 229g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Introduced May 2009
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-TZ7
Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic ZS3 Overview
Its time to look much closer at the Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic ZS3, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm S8400W (16MP) and ZS3 (10MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm S8400W was unveiled 3 years later than the ZS3 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S8400W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS3 being a Compact camera.
Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm S8400W scores against the ZS3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic ZS3 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S8400W & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8400W Gallery & Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8400W over the Panasonic ZS3
Fujifilm S8400W | ZS3 | |||
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Introduced | March 2013 | May 2009 | Fresher by 47 months | |
Manual focus | Dial precise focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS3 over the Fujifilm S8400W
ZS3 | Fujifilm S8400W |
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Common features in the Fujifilm S8400W and Panasonic ZS3
Fujifilm S8400W | ZS3 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurement | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither features Touch display |
Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic ZS3 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm S8400W enjoys exterior dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS3 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic ZS3 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm S8400W compared to the ZS3.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8400W and ZS3 is 61 and 91 respectively.
Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic ZS3 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing just by viewing specifications. The photograph here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S8400W and ZS3.
Plainly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can anticipate the Fujifilm S8400W to result in more detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm S8400W provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic ZS3 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8400W | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S8400W | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 |
Alternative name | - | Lumix DMC-TZ7 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-03-22 | 2009-05-14 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1056mm (44.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 201k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1700 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 320 x 120 (480 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | AVCHD Lite |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 670 gr (1.48 lbs) | 229 gr (0.50 lbs) |
Dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
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 | 300 images | - |
Form of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $300 | $200 |