Fujifilm Z35 vs Panasonic ZR3
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Fujifilm Z35 vs Panasonic ZR3 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 159g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Announced January 2010
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-ZX3

Fujifilm Z35 vs Panasonic ZR3 Overview
Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Fujifilm Z35 and Panasonic ZR3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm Z35 (10MP) and ZR3 (14MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm Z35 was revealed 6 months earlier than the ZR3 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm Z35 matches up vs the ZR3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm Z35 vs Panasonic ZR3 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix Z35 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm Z35 Gallery and Panasonic ZR3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z35 over the Panasonic ZR3
Fujifilm Z35 | ZR3 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR3 over the Fujifilm Z35
ZR3 | Fujifilm Z35 | |||
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Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z35 and Panasonic ZR3
Fujifilm Z35 | ZR3 | |||
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Announced | July 2009 | ![]() | January 2010 | Same generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm Z35 vs Panasonic ZR3 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm Z35 comes with outside measurements of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic ZR3 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm Z35 and Panasonic ZR3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm Z35 vs the ZR3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z35 and ZR3 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Fujifilm Z35 vs Panasonic ZR3 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes purely by looking through a spec sheet. The pic below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z35 and ZR3.
As you can see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic ZR3 to provide you with more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively.

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Fujifilm Z35 vs Panasonic ZR3 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z35 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix Z35 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-ZX3 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-07-22 | 2010-01-26 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine HD II |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
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 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 8cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 3 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 5.30 m |
Flash options | 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) | 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 file format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 125 gr (0.28 lbs) | 159 gr (0.35 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $130 | $280 |