Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic SZ3
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic SZ3 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
- Announced July 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 126g - 95 x 56 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2013
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Below is a detailed comparison of the Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic SZ3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm Z37 (10MP) and SZ3 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe Fujifilm Z37 was revealed 4 years prior to the SZ3 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm Z37 matches up vs the SZ3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix Z37 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm Z37 Gallery & Panasonic SZ3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z37 over the Panasonic SZ3
| Fujifilm Z37 | SZ3 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ3 over the Fujifilm Z37
| SZ3 | Fujifilm Z37 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2013 |  | July 2009 | More recent by 42 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z37 and Panasonic SZ3
| Fujifilm Z37 | SZ3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equal screen measurements |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Lack of Touch screen |
Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic SZ3 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm Z37 has external measurements of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ3 has proportions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic SZ3 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm Z37 vs the SZ3.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z37 and SZ3 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic SZ3 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements just by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm Z37 and SZ3.
Plainly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic SZ3 to produce more detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older Fujifilm Z37 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic SZ3 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model | Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2009-07-22 | 2013-01-07 |
| 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
| Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| 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) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.1-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 8cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 3 secs | 60 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.10 m | 4.10 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| 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 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic 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 proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 125 grams (0.28 lbs) | 126 grams (0.28 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 95 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 250 images |
| Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | 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 |
| Price at launch | $130 | $150 |