Fujifilm Z37 vs Sony S2100
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Sony S2100 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Launched January 2010

Fujifilm Z37 vs Sony S2100 Overview
In this article, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm Z37 and Sony S2100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm Z37 (10MP) and the S2100 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm Z37 was brought out 5 months before the S2100 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm Z37 grades vs the S2100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm Z37 vs Sony S2100 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix Z37 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm Z37 Gallery and Sony S2100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z37 over the Sony S2100
Fujifilm Z37 | S2100 |
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Reasons to pick Sony S2100 over the Fujifilm Z37
S2100 | Fujifilm Z37 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z37 and Sony S2100
Fujifilm Z37 | S2100 | |||
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Launched | July 2009 | ![]() | January 2010 | Same generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Fujifilm Z37 vs Sony S2100 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm Z37 comes with outside measurements of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Sony S2100 has sizing of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm Z37 and Sony S2100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm Z37 and the S2100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z37 and S2100 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm Z37 vs Sony S2100 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by going through technical specs. The graphic here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm Z37 and S2100.
As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony S2100 to show extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures far more aggressively.

Fujifilm Z37 vs Sony S2100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm Z37 vs Sony S2100 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-07-22 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Max aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 8cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 3s | 1s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/1200s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 3.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 125 gr (0.28 pounds) | 167 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 model | NP-45A | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $130 | $0 |