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Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic ZR3

Portability
93
Imaging
38
Features
32
Overall
35
Fujifilm FinePix XP50 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 front
Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
26
Overall
32

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic ZR3 Key Specs

Fujifilm XP50
(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
Panasonic ZR3
(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
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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").

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The 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.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP50 over the Panasonic ZR3

 Fujifilm XP50 ZR3 
IntroducedJanuary 2012January 2010Newer by 24 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR3 over the Fujifilm XP50

 ZR3 Fujifilm XP50 

Common features in the Fujifilm XP50 and Panasonic ZR3

 Fujifilm XP50 ZR3 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size2.7"2.7"Same display dimensions
Display resolution230k230kThe 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic ZR3 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP50 and ZR3 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic ZR3 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic ZR3 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic ZR3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic ZR3 as a Portrait photography camera
29
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
no manual control
no external flash support
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
28
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 Street photography information
Panasonic ZR3 Street photography information
62
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proofing
no moving screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
57
has image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic ZR3 as a Sports photography camera
41
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
has tracking focus
environment proofing
very slow continuous shooting (3.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
bad battery (220 per charge)
lack of phase detect auto focus
37
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
comes with tracking autofocus
max shutter speed is low (1/1,300 seconds)
continuous shooting slow (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic ZR3 as a Travel photography camera
64
environment proofing
megapixel count decent (14MP)
has built in flash
really wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse function
bad battery (220 CIPA)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
65
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
flash built-in
really wide (25mm)
does not have Timelapse function
does not posses selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 Landscape photography highlights
Panasonic ZR3 Landscape photography highlights
39
really wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
environment proofing
manual focus not available
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
screen is small (2.7")
no manual control
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
bad battery (220 CIPA)
missing Time Lapse function
37
really wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not possible
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm XP50
Vlogging with Panasonic ZR3
32
really wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
missing mic support
29
really wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external microphone support
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Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic ZR3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP50 and Panasonic ZR3
 Fujifilm FinePix XP50Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3
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