Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic LX3
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic LX3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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)
- 10MP - 1/1.63" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-60mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 265g - 109 x 60 x 27mm
- Introduced November 2008
- New Model is Panasonic LX5
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On this page, we are reviewing the Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic LX3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm Z37 (10MP) and the LX3 (10MP) is fairly close but the Fujifilm Z37 (1/2.3") and LX3 (1/1.63") boast different sensor dimensions.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe Fujifilm Z37 was manufactured 9 months after the LX3 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm Z37 grades against the LX3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix Z37 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Z37 Gallery and Panasonic LX3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z37 over the Panasonic LX3
| Fujifilm Z37 | LX3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | July 2009 |  | November 2008 | More modern by 9 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LX3 over the Fujifilm Z37
| LX3 | Fujifilm Z37 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More precise focusing | ||
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z37 and Panasonic LX3
| Fujifilm Z37 | LX3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | No Touch display |
Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic LX3 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm Z37 features 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 LX3 has dimensions of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic LX3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm Z37 against the LX3.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z37 and LX3 is 95 and 91 respectively.
Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic LX3 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes merely by looking through technical specs. The image here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm Z37 and LX3.
As you can tell, both the cameras have the same megapixels but different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm Z37 has the smaller sensor which should make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging. The more modern Fujifilm Z37 should have an advantage in sensor technology.
Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic LX3 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic LX3 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model type | Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2009-07-22 | 2008-11-04 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.63" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 8.07 x 5.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 44.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10MP | 10MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 24-60mm (2.5x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/2.0-2.8 |
| Macro focusing range | 8cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 3s | 60s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | - | 3.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.10 m | 8.30 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (HD 24 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30fps), 320 x 240 (10fps) |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | 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 | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 125 grams (0.28 lb) | 265 grams (0.58 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 109 x 60 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | 39 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 19.6 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.8 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 94 |
| Other | ||
| Battery ID | NP-45A | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Retail pricing | $130 | $449 |