Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic ZS3
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Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic ZS3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 165g - 99 x 68 x 24mm
- Announced August 2011
- Succeeded the FujiFilm XP10
- Updated by Fujifilm XP50
(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
- Launched May 2009
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ7
Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic ZS3 Overview
In this article, we are matching up the Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic ZS3, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) and ZS3 (10MP) but they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Fujifilm XP30 was manufactured 2 years after the ZS3 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the Fujifilm XP30 grades against the ZS3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic ZS3 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix XP30 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP30 Gallery & Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP30 over the Panasonic ZS3
Fujifilm XP30 | ZS3 | |||
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Launched | August 2011 | May 2009 | More modern by 28 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS3 over the Fujifilm XP30
ZS3 | Fujifilm XP30 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP30 and Panasonic ZS3
Fujifilm XP30 | ZS3 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither offers Touch display |
Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic ZS3 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP30 offers external measurements of 99mm x 68mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS3 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic ZS3 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 compared to the ZS3.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP30 and ZS3 is 94 and 91 respectively.
Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic ZS3 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by seeing technical specs. The image underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP30 and ZS3.
As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Fujifilm XP30 to produce more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images far more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm XP30 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic ZS3 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix XP30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ7 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-08-16 | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 9cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 165g (0.36 lbs) | 229g (0.50 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 68 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") | 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 | ||
Battery life | 200 images | - |
Type of battery | 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, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $240 | $200 |