Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic ZS3
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Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic ZS3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F) lens
- 136g - 99 x 57 x 26mm
- Introduced January 2013
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- 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
- Released May 2009
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ7
Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic ZS3 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Fujifilm T550 versus Panasonic ZS3, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm T550 (16MP) and ZS3 (10MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's DominanceThe Fujifilm T550 was unveiled 3 years later than the ZS3 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm T550 scores versus the ZS3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic ZS3 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix T550 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm T550 Gallery and Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm T550 over the Panasonic ZS3
Fujifilm T550 | ZS3 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | May 2009 | More recent by 45 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS3 over the Fujifilm T550
ZS3 | Fujifilm T550 | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm T550 and Panasonic ZS3
Fujifilm T550 | ZS3 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither includes Touch display |
Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic ZS3 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm T550 features exterior measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS3 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).
See the Fujifilm T550 versus Panasonic ZS3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm T550 against the ZS3.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm T550 and ZS3 is 95 and 91 respectively.
Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic ZS3 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements only by researching technical specs. The visual here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm T550 and ZS3.
As you have seen, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Fujifilm T550 to provide you with more detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm T550 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic ZS3 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix T550 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix T550 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ7 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2013-01-07 | 2009-05-14 |
Body design | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (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 | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264, Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Mic 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 136 gr (0.30 lbs) | 229 gr (0.50 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $160 | $200 |