Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic ZR3
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Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic ZR3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 175g - 99 x 68 x 26mm
- Introduced January 2012
- Succeeded the Fujifilm XP30
- Later Model is Fujifilm XP60
(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
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-ZX3
Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic ZR3 Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Fujifilm XP50 versus Panasonic ZR3, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) and the ZR3 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe Fujifilm XP50 was introduced 24 months after the ZR3 making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm XP50 scores vs the ZR3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic ZR3 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix XP50 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP50 Gallery and Panasonic ZR3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP50 over the Panasonic ZR3
Fujifilm XP50 | ZR3 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | January 2010 | Newer by 24 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR3 over the Fujifilm XP50
ZR3 | Fujifilm XP50 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm XP50 and Panasonic ZR3
Fujifilm XP50 | ZR3 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same display dimensions | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Missing Touch display |
Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic ZR3 Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XP50 provides outer measurements of 99mm x 68mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZR3 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm XP50 versus Panasonic ZR3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm XP50 and the ZR3.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP50 and ZR3 is 93 and 94 respectively.
Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic ZR3 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions merely by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP50 and ZR3.
As you have seen, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP so you should expect comparable quality of files but you should consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent Fujifilm XP50 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.
Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic ZR3 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic ZR3 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP50 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix XP50 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 |
Other name | - | Lumix DMC-ZX3 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-01-05 | 2010-01-26 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 9cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 5.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 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) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264, Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175g (0.39 lb) | 159g (0.35 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 68 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") | 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 life | 220 shots | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat), Couple, Portrait) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $180 | $280 |