Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic F5
95 Imaging
33 Features
13 Overall
25


96 Imaging
37 Features
23 Overall
31
Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic F5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" 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 Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 121g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Announced January 2013

Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic F5 Overview
The following is a in depth analysis of the Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic F5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm Z37 (10MP) and F5 (14MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm Z37 was revealed 4 years earlier than the F5 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm Z37 grades versus the F5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic F5 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix Z37 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm Z37 Gallery & Panasonic F5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z37 over the Panasonic F5
Fujifilm Z37 | F5 |
---|
Reasons to pick Panasonic F5 over the Fujifilm Z37
F5 | Fujifilm Z37 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | July 2009 | Newer by 42 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z37 and Panasonic F5
Fujifilm Z37 | F5 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display size |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic F5 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm Z37 features outer measurements of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic F5 has specifications of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic F5 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm Z37 versus the F5.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z37 and F5 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic F5 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by researching specifications. The image below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z37 and F5.
To sum up, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic F5 to result in more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Z37 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic F5 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic F5 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-07-22 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 8cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 3s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 5.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 125 grams (0.28 lb) | 121 grams (0.27 lb) |
Dimensions | 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 97 x 58 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 life | - | 250 photographs |
Style 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 | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $130 | $100 |