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Fujifilm Z35 vs Panasonic FX78

Portability
95
Imaging
33
Features
13
Overall
25
Fujifilm FinePix Z35 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
31
Overall
33

Fujifilm Z35 vs Panasonic FX78 Key Specs

Fujifilm Z35
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
  • 125g - 90 x 58 x 24mm
  • Revealed July 2009
Panasonic FX78
(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
  • Announced January 2011
  • Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FX77
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Fujifilm Z35 vs Panasonic FX78 Overview

Following is a extended review of the Fujifilm Z35 and Panasonic FX78, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm Z35 (10MP) and the FX78 (12MP) is pretty close and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Z35 was launched 18 months before the FX78 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm Z35 grades against the FX78 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z35 over the Panasonic FX78

 Fujifilm Z35 FX78 

Reasons to pick Panasonic FX78 over the Fujifilm Z35

 FX78 Fujifilm Z35 
AnnouncedJanuary 2011July 2009More modern by 18 months
Screen dimension3.5"2.5"Bigger screen (+1")
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm Z35 and Panasonic FX78

 Fujifilm Z35 FX78 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen

Fujifilm Z35 vs Panasonic FX78 Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm Z35 features outside measurements of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic FX78 has sizing of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm Z35 and Panasonic FX78 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm Z35 vs the FX78.

Fujifilm Z35 vs Panasonic FX78 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z35 and FX78 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm Z35 vs Panasonic FX78 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm Z35 vs Panasonic FX78 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching specifications. The image below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z35 and FX78.

Plainly, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic FX78 to render extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Z35 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm Z35 vs Panasonic FX78 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm Z35 vs Panasonic FX78 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm Z35 vs Panasonic FX78 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm Z35 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic FX78 as a Portrait photography camera
19
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
21
manual focus not available
no manual control
can't use external flash
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm Z35 Street photography features
Panasonic FX78 Street photography features
54
lighter than others (125 grams)
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
57
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm Z35
Sports photography with Panasonic FX78
16
low max shutter speed (1/1,000s)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
28
built in image stabilization (Optical)
offers tracking focus
low max shutter speed (1/1,400s)
max frames per second low (4.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
bad battery life (200 CIPA)
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm Z35 Travel photography information
Panasonic FX78 Travel photography information
56
lighter than others (125 grams)
has built in flash
does not have Timelapse function
sensor resolution low (10MP)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.7)
56
flash built-in
rather wide (24mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
bad battery life (200 CIPA)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f2.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm Z35 Landscape photography information
Panasonic FX78 Landscape photography information
22
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.7)
small screen (2.5 inch)
no manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
does not have Timelapse function
36
rather wide (24mm)
very good size screen (3.5 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.5)
no manual control
sensor resolution low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
bad battery life (200 CIPA)
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm Z35 Vlogging info
Panasonic FX78 Vlogging info
25
lighter than others (125g)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.7)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 resolution)
does not have microphone jack
33
rather wide (24mm)
screen is touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
slow max aperture (f2.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of mic jack
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Fujifilm Z35 vs Panasonic FX78 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm Z35 and Panasonic FX78
 Fujifilm FinePix Z35Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type Fujifilm FinePix Z35 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78
Other name - Lumix DMC-FX77
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2009-07-22 2011-01-25
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Venus Engine FHD
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 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 3648 x 2736 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
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
Total focus points - 11
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-105mm (3.0x) 24-120mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.7-4.2 f/2.5-5.9
Macro focusing range 8cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.5 inch 3.5 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen technology - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 3s 60s
Fastest shutter speed 1/1000s 1/1400s
Continuous shutter speed - 4.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.10 m 5.60 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
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) 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 640x480 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic input
Headphone input
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 seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 125g (0.28 pounds) 142g (0.31 pounds)
Dimensions 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8")
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 life - 200 photographs
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-45A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Launch price $130 $210