Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic ZR3

On this page, we are comparing the Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic ZR3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (16MP) and the ZR3 (14MP) is fairly comparable but the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (1/2") and ZR3 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm Z1000EXR was launched 24 months later than the ZR3 making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm Z1000EXR grades vs the ZR3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Z1000EXR Gallery and Panasonic ZR3 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm Z1000EXR enjoys outer dimensions of 102mm x 60mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Panasonic ZR3 has measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic ZR3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and the ZR3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and ZR3 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by going through specs. The photograph here may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and ZR3.

All in all, both cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm Z1000EXR featuring a larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm Z1000EXR will provide more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm Z1000EXR is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.