Fujifilm Z35 vs Panasonic ZS3
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Fujifilm Z35 vs Panasonic ZS3 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
- Released July 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 229g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Announced May 2009
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ7

Fujifilm Z35 vs Panasonic ZS3 Overview
In this write-up, we will be looking at the Fujifilm Z35 vs Panasonic ZS3, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm Z35 (10MP) and the ZS3 (10MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm Z35 was introduced 3 months after the ZS3 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the Fujifilm Z35 scores against the ZS3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm Z35 vs Panasonic ZS3 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix Z35 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm Z35 Gallery & Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z35 over the Panasonic ZS3
Fujifilm Z35 | ZS3 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS3 over the Fujifilm Z35
ZS3 | Fujifilm Z35 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z35 and Panasonic ZS3
Fujifilm Z35 | ZS3 | |||
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Announced | July 2009 | ![]() | May 2009 | Similar age |
Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm Z35 vs Panasonic ZS3 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm Z35 comes with external dimensions of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS3 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm Z35 vs Panasonic ZS3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm Z35 vs the ZS3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z35 and ZS3 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm Z35 vs Panasonic ZS3 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading through specs. The pic underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm Z35 and ZS3.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution so you can expect similar quality of files but you will want to take the age of the products into consideration.

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Fujifilm Z35 vs Panasonic ZS3 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z35 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix Z35 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ7 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2009-07-22 | 2009-05-14 |
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 | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
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 | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 8cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 3 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 125 gr (0.28 pounds) | 229 gr (0.50 pounds) |
Dimensions | 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $130 | $200 |