Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic ZR3
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic ZR3 Key Specs
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- 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
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- 14MP - 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
- 159g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-ZX3
Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic ZR3 Overview
Here, we will be matching up the Fujifilm Z37 and Panasonic ZR3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm Z37 (10MP) and ZR3 (14MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe Fujifilm Z37 was announced 6 months earlier than the ZR3 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm Z37 scores versus the ZR3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic ZR3 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix Z37 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm Z37 Gallery and Panasonic ZR3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z37 over the Panasonic ZR3
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR3 over the Fujifilm Z37
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Common features in the Fujifilm Z37 and Panasonic ZR3
Fujifilm Z37 | ZR3 | |||
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Introduced | July 2009 | January 2010 | Same generation | |
Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same screen size | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Missing Touch screen |
Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic ZR3 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm Z37 comes with outside dimensions of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic ZR3 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm Z37 and Panasonic ZR3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm Z37 vs the ZR3.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z37 and ZR3 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic ZR3 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes only by viewing specifications. The image underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm Z37 and ZR3.
To sum up, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic ZR3 to result in more detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs way more aggressively.
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic ZR3 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-ZX3 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-07-22 | 2010-01-26 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine HD II |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch 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 | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 8cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 3s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 5.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
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 pounds) | 159 grams (0.35 pounds) |
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 All around 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 ID | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $130 | $280 |