Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic LF1
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic LF1 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
- Introduced July 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Push to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-200mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 192g - 103 x 62 x 28mm
- Launched November 2013
Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic LF1 Overview
Following is a complete assessment of the Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic LF1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm Z37 (10MP) and the LF1 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the Fujifilm Z37 (1/2.3") and LF1 (1/1.7") provide different sensor sizes.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe Fujifilm Z37 was manufactured 5 years prior to the LF1 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm Z37 grades versus the LF1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic LF1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix Z37 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Z37 Gallery & Panasonic LF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z37 over the Panasonic LF1
Fujifilm Z37 | LF1 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic LF1 over the Fujifilm Z37
LF1 | Fujifilm Z37 | |||
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Launched | November 2013 | July 2009 | More modern by 52 months | |
Focus manually | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z37 and Panasonic LF1
Fujifilm Z37 | LF1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither contains Touch screen |
Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic LF1 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm Z37 has got physical 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 LF1 has proportions of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).
See the Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic LF1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm Z37 and the LF1.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Z37 and LF1 is 95 and 92 respectively.
Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic LF1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes purely by checking out specifications. The pic underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm Z37 and LF1.
To sum up, both of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm Z37 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Panasonic LF1 will produce more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Z37 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic LF1 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-07-22 | 2013-11-26 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing 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 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/2.0-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 8cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 3s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 7.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 125g (0.28 lbs) | 192g (0.42 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 103 x 62 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 52 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 211 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 250 shots |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $130 | $500 |