Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic FH3
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic FH3 Key Specs
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- 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
- Launched July 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 165g - 98 x 55 x 24mm
- Released January 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FS11
Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic FH3 Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Fujifilm Z37 and Panasonic FH3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm Z37 (10MP) and FH3 (14MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe Fujifilm Z37 was launched 5 months earlier than the FH3 and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm Z37 scores versus the FH3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic FH3 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix Z37 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm Z37 Gallery & Panasonic FH3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z37 over the Panasonic FH3
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FH3 over the Fujifilm Z37
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Common features in the Fujifilm Z37 and Panasonic FH3
Fujifilm Z37 | FH3 | |||
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Released | July 2009 | January 2010 | Similar age | |
Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same display measurement | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lack of Touch display |
Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic FH3 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera, you will want 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") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic FH3 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm Z37 and Panasonic FH3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm Z37 and the FH3.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Z37 and FH3 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic FH3 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes purely by checking technical specs. The picture underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z37 and FH3.
As you have seen, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic FH3 to give you greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively.
Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic FH3 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic FH3 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FS11 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-07-22 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | 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 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focusing range | 8cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 3 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 6.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 125 grams (0.28 lbs) | 165 grams (0.36 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 98 x 55 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 ID | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $130 | $160 |