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Fujifilm Z33WP vs Sony G3

Portability
96
Imaging
32
Features
20
Overall
27
Fujifilm FinePix Z33WP front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 front
Portability
94
Imaging
32
Features
30
Overall
31

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Sony G3 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
Sony G3
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
  • 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
  • Released January 2009
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Fujifilm Z33WP vs Sony G3 Overview

In this write-up, we are matching up the Fujifilm Z33WP vs Sony G3, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm Z33WP (10MP) and the G3 (10MP) is very similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Z33WP was introduced 6 months after the G3 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm Z33WP grades vs the G3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z33WP over the Sony G3

 Fujifilm Z33WP G3 

Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Fujifilm Z33WP

 G3 Fujifilm Z33WP 
Manual focus Very exact focus
Display sizing3.5"2.7"Larger display (+0.8")
Display resolution921k230kSharper display (+691k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm Z33WP and Sony G3

 Fujifilm Z33WP G3 
ReleasedJuly 2009January 2009Similar generation
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Sony G3 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm Z33WP enjoys outside measurements of 92mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Sony G3 has specifications of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm Z33WP vs Sony G3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm Z33WP compared to the G3.

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Sony G3 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z33WP and G3 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Sony G3 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Sony G3 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading technical specs. The pic underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z33WP and G3.

As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of files but you should really consider the production date of the products into consideration.

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Sony G3 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Sony G3 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Sony G3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP Portrait photography factors
Sony G3 Portrait photography factors
19
no manual focus
no manual exposure
no external flash support
megapixel count low (10MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
25
you can focus manually
no manual control
external flash not possible
low megapixels (10MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm Z33WP
Street photography with Sony G3
60
environment proof
lighter than competition in class (110 grams)
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP Sports photography info
Sony G3 Sports photography info
23
environment proof
slow frames per second (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
23
built in image stabilization (Optical)
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,000 seconds)
slow fps (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority
low megapixels (10MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP Travel photography information
Sony G3 Travel photography information
59
lighter than competition in class (110 grams)
environment proof
flash built-in
lack of Time Lapse function
megapixel count low (10MP)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
wide angle not great (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.7)
50
has built in flash
does not have Time Lapse function
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP Landscape photography features
Sony G3 Landscape photography features
26
environment proof
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.7)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
lack of Time Lapse function
35
you can focus manually
very good size screen (3.5 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual control
low megapixels (10MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP Vlogging factors
Sony G3 Vlogging factors
25
lighter than competition in class (110g)
wide angle not great (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.7)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 pxls)
lack of mic port
27
screen is touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (640 x 480 pxls)
does not have mic socket
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Fujifilm Z33WP vs Sony G3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm Z33WP and Sony G3
 Fujifilm FinePix Z33WPSony Cyber-shot DSC-G3
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Sony
Model type Fujifilm FinePix Z33WP Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3
Type Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Released 2009-07-01 2009-01-08
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10MP 10MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 3648 x 2736 3648 x 2736
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Lowest native ISO 64 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-105mm (3.0x) 35-140mm (4.0x)
Max aperture f/3.7-4.2 f/3.5-10.0
Macro focusing distance 8cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7" 3.5"
Resolution of screen 230k dots 921k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8s 1s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1000s
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames per second 2.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.90 m 4.30 m (Auto ISO)
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Highest video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 110 gr (0.24 lbs) 185 gr (0.41 lbs)
Dimensions 92 x 60 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.8") 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 ID NP-45 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC card, Internal Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal
Card slots One One
Pricing at release $197 $200