Fujifilm S9900w vs Panasonic ZS3

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Fujifilm S9900w versus Panasonic ZS3, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S9900w (16MP) and ZS3 (10MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S9900w was revealed 5 years later than the ZS3 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S9900w being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS3 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm S9900w grades against the ZS3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm S9900w & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S9900w Gallery & Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S9900w features outside measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS3 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm S9900w versus Panasonic ZS3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm S9900w vs the ZS3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S9900w and ZS3 is 61 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing just by checking out specifications. The photograph below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S9900w and ZS3.

To sum up, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Fujifilm S9900w to produce extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm S9900w provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.