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Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic TS3

Portability
95
Imaging
33
Features
13
Overall
25
Fujifilm FinePix Z37 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 front
Portability
92
Imaging
36
Features
31
Overall
34

Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic TS3 Key Specs

Fujifilm Z37
(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
Panasonic TS3
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
  • Revealed August 2011
  • Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT3
  • Succeeded the Panasonic TS2
  • Renewed by Panasonic TS4
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic TS3 Overview

On this page, we will be looking at the Fujifilm Z37 versus Panasonic TS3, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm Z37 (10MP) and the TS3 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Z37 was manufactured 3 years prior to the TS3 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the Fujifilm Z37 scores versus the TS3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z37 over the Panasonic TS3

 Fujifilm Z37 TS3 

Reasons to pick Panasonic TS3 over the Fujifilm Z37

 TS3 Fujifilm Z37 
RevealedAugust 2011July 2009Fresher by 25 months

Common features in the Fujifilm Z37 and Panasonic TS3

 Fujifilm Z37 TS3 
Focus manually No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen measurement
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch screen Neither offers Touch screen

Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic TS3 Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm Z37 offers physical measurements of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS3 has sizing of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm Z37 versus Panasonic TS3 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm Z37 vs the TS3.

Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic TS3 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z37 and TS3 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic TS3 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic TS3 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing only by checking out technical specs. The visual here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm Z37 and TS3.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Panasonic TS3 to show extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older Fujifilm Z37 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic TS3 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic TS3 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic TS3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm Z37 Portrait photography advice
Panasonic TS3 Portrait photography advice
19
lack of manual focus
manual mode not available
external flash not possible
low megapixels (10MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
21
no manual focus
no manual mode
external flash not possible
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm Z37 Street photography features
Panasonic TS3 Street photography features
54
lighter than competitors in class (125g)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
61
image stabilization (Optical)
weather proof
fixed screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm Z37 as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic TS3 as a Sports photography camera
16
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,000s)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
38
image stabilization (Optical)
comes with tracking autofocus
weather proof
great battery pack (310 shots)
low max shutter speed (1/1,300s)
slow continuous shooting (4.0 fps)
no shutter priority
sensor resolution low (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm Z37
Travel photography with Panasonic TS3
56
lighter than competitors in class (125 grams)
flash built-in
no Time Lapse mode
low megapixels (10MP)
does not have selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
64
great battery pack (310 per charge)
weather proof
has built in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm Z37 Landscape photography advice
Panasonic TS3 Landscape photography advice
22
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
manual mode not available
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (10MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
no Time Lapse mode
38
pretty wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
weather proof
great battery pack (310 per charge)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7")
no manual mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm Z37 Vlogging details
Panasonic TS3 Vlogging details
25
lighter than competitors in class (125 grams)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
does not have selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 pxls)
no external mic jack
32
pretty wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
does not have external mic support
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic TS3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm Z37 and Panasonic TS3
 Fujifilm FinePix Z37Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3
General Information
Company FujiFilm Panasonic
Model Fujifilm FinePix Z37 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3
Also Known as - Lumix DMC-FT3
Type Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Launched 2009-07-22 2011-08-16
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - Venus Engine FHD
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 10MP 12MP
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
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-105mm (3.0x) 28-128mm (4.6x)
Highest aperture f/3.7-4.2 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus range 8cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen technology - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 3 secs 60 secs
Max shutter speed 1/1000 secs 1/1300 secs
Continuous shutter rate - 4.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.10 m 5.60 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
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 BuiltIn
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 125g (0.28 lbs) 197g (0.43 lbs)
Physical dimensions 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 - 310 shots
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-45A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Pricing at release $130 $380