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Fujifilm Z33WP vs Panasonic FH3

Portability
96
Imaging
32
Features
20
Overall
27
Fujifilm FinePix Z33WP front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 front
Portability
94
Imaging
36
Features
21
Overall
30

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Panasonic FH3 Key Specs

Fujifilm Z33WP
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
  • 110g - 92 x 60 x 21mm
  • Released July 2009
Panasonic FH3
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
  • 165g - 98 x 55 x 24mm
  • Released January 2010
  • Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FS11
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Fujifilm Z33WP vs Panasonic FH3 Overview

Following is a in-depth overview of the Fujifilm Z33WP versus Panasonic FH3, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm Z33WP (10MP) and FH3 (14MP) but they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Z33WP was revealed 6 months earlier than the FH3 which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm Z33WP scores versus the FH3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Photography Glossary

        

Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z33WP over the Panasonic FH3

 Fujifilm Z33WP FH3 

Reasons to pick Panasonic FH3 over the Fujifilm Z33WP

 FH3 Fujifilm Z33WP 

Common features in the Fujifilm Z33WP and Panasonic FH3

 Fujifilm Z33WP FH3 
ReleasedJuly 2009January 2010Same age
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent screen sizing
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch screen Absent Touch screen

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Panasonic FH3 Physical Comparison

When you are intending to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm Z33WP offers exterior measurements of 92mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Panasonic FH3 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm Z33WP versus Panasonic FH3 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm Z33WP compared to the FH3.

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Panasonic FH3 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Z33WP and FH3 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Panasonic FH3 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Panasonic FH3 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is tough to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by looking through specifications. The picture here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z33WP and FH3.

Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic FH3 to result in greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots far more aggressively.

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Panasonic FH3 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Panasonic FH3 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Panasonic FH3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic FH3 as a Portrait photography camera
19
manual focus not available
no manual mode
external flash not possible
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
28
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm Z33WP
Street photography with Panasonic FH3
60
weather proofing
lighter than average (110g)
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
56
image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP Sports photography factors
Panasonic FH3 Sports photography factors
23
weather proofing
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (10MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
34
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
max frames per second low (6.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic FH3 as a Travel photography camera
59
lighter than average (110 grams)
weather proofing
has built in flash
lack of Timelapse function
low megapixels (10MP)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.7)
64
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
no Time Lapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm Z33WP
Landscape photography with Panasonic FH3
26
weather proofing
manual focus not available
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.7)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
no manual mode
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
lack of Timelapse function
37
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.7")
no manual control
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
no Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP Vlogging factors
Panasonic FH3 Vlogging factors
25
lighter than average (110 grams)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.7)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of microphone support
29
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
no mic port
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Fujifilm Z33WP vs Panasonic FH3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm Z33WP and Panasonic FH3
 Fujifilm FinePix Z33WPPanasonic Lumix DMC-FH3
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Panasonic
Model Fujifilm FinePix Z33WP Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3
Also called as - Lumix DMC-FS11
Category Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Released 2009-07-01 2010-01-06
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 10 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 3648 x 2736 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-105mm (3.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/3.7-4.2 f/2.8-6.9
Macro focus distance 8cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8s 60s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1600s
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames per sec 6.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.90 m 6.80 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
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 seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 110 gr (0.24 lb) 165 gr (0.36 lb)
Dimensions 92 x 60 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.8") 98 x 55 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9")
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 model NP-45 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Launch price $197 $160