Fujifilm Z35 vs Panasonic TS3
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Fujifilm Z35 vs Panasonic TS3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 125g - 90 x 58 x 24mm
- Launched July 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Launched August 2011
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT3
- Succeeded the Panasonic TS2
- Newer Model is Panasonic TS4

Fujifilm Z35 vs Panasonic TS3 Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm Z35 and Panasonic TS3, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm Z35 (10MP) and the TS3 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm Z35 was launched 3 years earlier than the TS3 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm Z35 scores versus the TS3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm Z35 vs Panasonic TS3 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix Z35 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Z35 Gallery & Panasonic TS3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z35 over the Panasonic TS3
Fujifilm Z35 | TS3 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS3 over the Fujifilm Z35
TS3 | Fujifilm Z35 | |||
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Launched | August 2011 | ![]() | July 2009 | Fresher by 25 months |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z35 and Panasonic TS3
Fujifilm Z35 | TS3 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm Z35 vs Panasonic TS3 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm Z35 comes with physical dimensions of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS3 has specifications of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm Z35 and Panasonic TS3 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm Z35 versus the TS3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Z35 and TS3 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm Z35 vs Panasonic TS3 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by checking out specs. The photograph here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Z35 and TS3.
All in all, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Panasonic TS3 to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots more aggressively. The older Fujifilm Z35 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

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Fujifilm Z35 vs Panasonic TS3 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z35 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix Z35 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT3 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-07-22 | 2011-08-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface 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 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 8cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 3 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 4.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in 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 | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 125 gr (0.28 pounds) | 197 gr (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
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 | - | 310 images |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $130 | $380 |