Fujifilm T400 vs Panasonic SZ3
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Fujifilm T400 vs Panasonic SZ3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 159g - 104 x 59 x 29mm
- Announced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 126g - 95 x 56 x 22mm
- Announced January 2013
Fujifilm T400 vs Panasonic SZ3 Overview
Below is a extended analysis of the Fujifilm T400 vs Panasonic SZ3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm T400 (16MP) and the SZ3 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm T400 was brought out 12 months before the SZ3 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the Fujifilm T400 grades versus the SZ3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Fujifilm T400 vs Panasonic SZ3 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix T400 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm T400 Gallery and Panasonic SZ3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm T400 over the Panasonic SZ3
Fujifilm T400 | SZ3 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ3 over the Fujifilm T400
SZ3 | Fujifilm T400 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | January 2012 | More recent by 12 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm T400 and Panasonic SZ3
Fujifilm T400 | SZ3 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Fujifilm T400 vs Panasonic SZ3 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm T400 provides external measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ3 has proportions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm T400 vs Panasonic SZ3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm T400 compared to the SZ3.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm T400 and SZ3 is 93 and 96 respectively.
Fujifilm T400 vs Panasonic SZ3 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements simply by researching technical specs. The graphic here will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm T400 and SZ3.
As you can tell, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP and you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you may want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The older Fujifilm T400 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm T400 vs Panasonic SZ3 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix T400 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix T400 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-01-05 | 2013-01-07 |
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 | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.50 m | 4.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264, Motion JPEG | 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 | 159g (0.35 pounds) | 126g (0.28 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 95 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 | 180 images | 250 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC / SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $150 | $150 |