Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic FX78
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Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic FX78 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 157g - 102 x 60 x 18mm
- Released January 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 142g - 100 x 55 x 21mm
- Released January 2011
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FX77

Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic FX78 Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic FX78, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (16MP) and FX78 (12MP) and the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (1/2") and FX78 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.

The Fujifilm Z1000EXR was unveiled 12 months later than the FX78 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the Fujifilm Z1000EXR scores against the FX78 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic FX78 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm Z1000EXR Gallery & Panasonic FX78 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z1000EXR over the Panasonic FX78
Fujifilm Z1000EXR | FX78 | |||
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Released | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 12 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX78 over the Fujifilm Z1000EXR
FX78 | Fujifilm Z1000EXR |
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Common features in the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and Panasonic FX78
Fujifilm Z1000EXR | FX78 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 3.5" | Equal screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic FX78 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm Z1000EXR offers exterior measurements of 102mm x 60mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX78 has specifications of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic FX78 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR versus the FX78.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and FX78 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic FX78 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to see the gap between sensor sizing just by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and FX78.
As you can see, both the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm Z1000EXR using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm Z1000EXR will give you more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm Z1000EXR is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.

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Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic FX78 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FX77 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-01-05 | 2011-01-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 30.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
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 | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/2.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 9cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.6 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.5" | 3.5" |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1400 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 11.0 frames per sec | 4.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.70 m (Wide: 30 cm–3.0 m / Tele: 1.0m–2.1 m) | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | 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 | 157g (0.35 lbs) | 142g (0.31 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 60 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.7") | 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
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 | 220 shots | 200 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat), Couple, Portrait) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $0 | $210 |