Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic TS20
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic TS20 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
- Revealed July 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 101 x 58 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2012
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT20

Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic TS20 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Fujifilm Z37 versus Panasonic TS20, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm Z37 (10MP) and TS20 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm Z37 was revealed 3 years before the TS20 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm Z37 scores vs the TS20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic TS20 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix Z37 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm Z37 Gallery & Panasonic TS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z37 over the Panasonic TS20
Fujifilm Z37 | TS20 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS20 over the Fujifilm Z37
TS20 | Fujifilm Z37 | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | ![]() | July 2009 | More modern by 30 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z37 and Panasonic TS20
Fujifilm Z37 | TS20 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display sizing |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic TS20 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm Z37 provides physical dimensions 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 TS20 has dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm Z37 versus Panasonic TS20 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm Z37 vs the TS20.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z37 and TS20 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic TS20 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading through a spec sheet. The pic below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm Z37 and TS20.
Clearly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic TS20 to give more detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Z37 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic TS20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic TS20 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FT20 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2009-07-22 | 2012-01-31 |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | 8cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 3 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 4.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
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 gr (0.28 lb) | 142 gr (0.31 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 101 x 58 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
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 | - | 250 photos |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
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, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $130 | $179 |