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Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic ZR1

Portability
95
Imaging
33
Features
13
Overall
25
Fujifilm FinePix Z37 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 front
Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27

Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic ZR1 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
  • Released July 2009
Panasonic ZR1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 158g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
  • Introduced July 2009
  • Also referred to as Lumix DMC-ZX1
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic ZR1 Overview

The following is a in depth review of the Fujifilm Z37 and Panasonic ZR1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm Z37 (10MP) and the ZR1 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Z37 was unveiled about the same time to the ZR1 so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm Z37 grades vs the ZR1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z37 over the Panasonic ZR1

 Fujifilm Z37 ZR1 

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Fujifilm Z37

 ZR1 Fujifilm Z37 

Common features in the Fujifilm Z37 and Panasonic ZR1

 Fujifilm Z37 ZR1 
IntroducedJuly 2009July 2009Same age
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen size
Screen resolution230k230kIdentical screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lacking Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic ZR1 Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm Z37 features outside 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 ZR1 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm Z37 and Panasonic ZR1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm Z37 and the ZR1.

Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic ZR1 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z37 and ZR1 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic ZR1 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic ZR1 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by looking through a spec sheet. The pic below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z37 and ZR1.

Clearly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic ZR1 to provide you with greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively.

Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic ZR1 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic ZR1 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic ZR1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm Z37 Portrait photography information
Panasonic ZR1 Portrait photography information
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no manual focus
manual mode not possible
external flash not possible
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
21
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
cannot use external flash
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm Z37 Street photography highlights
Panasonic ZR1 Street photography highlights
54
lighter than competitors (125 grams)
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
56
image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm Z37
Sports photography with Panasonic ZR1
16
max shutter speed is low (1/1,000s)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
25
image stabilization (Optical)
slow fps (2.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm Z37
Travel photography with Panasonic ZR1
56
lighter than competitors (125g)
has built in flash
no Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.7)
57
flash built-in
really wide (25mm)
missing Time Lapse function
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm Z37
Landscape photography with Panasonic ZR1
22
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.7)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
manual mode not possible
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
no Time Lapse mode
32
really wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
focusing manually not possible
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7")
no manual control
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm Z37 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic ZR1 as a Vlogging camera
25
lighter than competitors (125 grams)
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.7)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 resolution)
no mic jack
28
really wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external mic socket
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic ZR1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm Z37 and Panasonic ZR1
 Fujifilm FinePix Z37Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Panasonic
Model Fujifilm FinePix Z37 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1
Other name - Lumix DMC-ZX1
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2009-07-22 2009-07-27
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - Venus Engine V
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 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 3648 x 2736 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-105mm (3.0x) 25-200mm (8.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.7-4.2 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus distance 8cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 3 seconds 60 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/1000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate - 2.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.10 m 5.10 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
External flash
AEB
White balance 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), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
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 125 gr (0.28 lbs) 158 gr (0.35 lbs)
Physical dimensions 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0")
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 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 card, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Launch pricing $130 $280