Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic FX90
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic FX90 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
- Launched July 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 149g - 102 x 56 x 22mm
- Launched August 2011

Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic FX90 Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic FX90, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm Z37 (10MP) and the FX90 (12MP) is very well matched and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm Z37 was revealed 3 years before the FX90 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm Z37 grades versus the FX90 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic FX90 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix Z37 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm Z37 Gallery and Panasonic FX90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z37 over the Panasonic FX90
Fujifilm Z37 | FX90 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FX90 over the Fujifilm Z37
FX90 | Fujifilm Z37 | |||
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Launched | August 2011 | ![]() | July 2009 | Fresher by 25 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z37 and Panasonic FX90
Fujifilm Z37 | FX90 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic FX90 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm Z37 has outer 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) whilst the Panasonic FX90 has measurements of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic FX90 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm Z37 and the FX90.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z37 and FX90 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic FX90 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking a spec sheet. The visual below might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Z37 and FX90.
Clearly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic FX90 to give you more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older Fujifilm Z37 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

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Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic FX90 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-07-22 | 2011-08-26 |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/2.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 8cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 3s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 5.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
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 gr (0.28 lb) | 149 gr (0.33 lb) |
Dimensions | 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 102 x 56 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" 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 | - | 200 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $130 | $227 |