Fujifilm X-S1 vs Panasonic ZS3
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Fujifilm X-S1 vs Panasonic ZS3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-624mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 920g - 135 x 107 x 149mm
- Launched November 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 229g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Released May 2009
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ7
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In this article, we are contrasting the Fujifilm X-S1 and Panasonic ZS3, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-S1 (12MP) and the ZS3 (10MP) is fairly close but the Fujifilm X-S1 (2/3") and ZS3 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizes.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe Fujifilm X-S1 was manufactured 2 years after the ZS3 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS3 being a Compact camera.
Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the Fujifilm X-S1 scores against the ZS3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Photography Glossary Fujifilm X-S1 vs Panasonic ZS3 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-S1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-S1 Gallery and Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-S1 over the Panasonic ZS3
| Fujifilm X-S1 | ZS3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | November 2011 |  | May 2009 | More modern by 31 months |
| Manual focus |  | Very accurate focusing | ||
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS3 over the Fujifilm X-S1
| ZS3 | Fujifilm X-S1 |
|---|
Common features in the Fujifilm X-S1 and Panasonic ZS3
| Fujifilm X-S1 | ZS3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 460k | The same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Lack of Touch display |
Fujifilm X-S1 vs Panasonic ZS3 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-S1 features physical dimensions of 135mm x 107mm x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") and a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS3 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm X-S1 and Panasonic ZS3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-S1 compared to the ZS3.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-S1 and ZS3 is 52 and 91 respectively.
Fujifilm X-S1 vs Panasonic ZS3 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through specifications. The pic here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-S1 and ZS3.
Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-S1 due to its larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Fujifilm X-S1 will result in greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-S1 will have a benefit in sensor technology.
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Fujifilm X-S1 vs Panasonic ZS3 Specifications
| Fujifilm X-S1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model | Fujifilm X-S1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 |
| Also called | - | Lumix DMC-TZ7 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2011-11-24 | 2009-05-14 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | EXR | - |
| Sensor type | EXRCMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 58.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 49 | 11 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-624mm (26.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.3-4.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
| Crop factor | 4.1 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 8.00 m | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (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 | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | H.264 | AVCHD Lite |
| 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 | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 920g (2.03 lbs) | 229g (0.50 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 135 x 107 x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | 49 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | 20.4 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 11.2 | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | 216 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery model | NP-95 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Price at launch | $399 | $200 |