Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic ZR3
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Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic ZR3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Raise to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 507g - 133 x 92 x 49mm
- Introduced July 2016
- Old Model is Fujifilm X-T1
- Replacement is Fujifilm X-T3
(Full Review)
- 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
- Revealed January 2010
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-ZX3
Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic ZR3 Overview
Here is a in-depth review of the Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic ZR3, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T2 (24MP) and ZR3 (14MP) and the Fujifilm X-T2 (APS-C) and ZR3 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor size.
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe Fujifilm X-T2 was announced 6 years later than the ZR3 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-T2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZR3 being a Compact camera.
Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-T2 scores vs the ZR3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic ZR3 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-T2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T2 Gallery and Panasonic ZR3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T2 over the Panasonic ZR3
Fujifilm X-T2 | ZR3 | |||
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Revealed | July 2016 | January 2010 | Fresher by 79 months | |
Manually focus | More exact focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 230k | Clearer screen (+810k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR3 over the Fujifilm X-T2
ZR3 | Fujifilm X-T2 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-T2 and Panasonic ZR3
Fujifilm X-T2 | ZR3 | |||
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Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither features Touch screen |
Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic ZR3 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-T2 enjoys outside measurements of 133mm x 92mm x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") and a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZR3 has sizing of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic ZR3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-T2 compared to the ZR3.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T2 and ZR3 is 76 and 94 respectively.
Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic ZR3 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking specifications. The graphic underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T2 and ZR3.
To sum up, both of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T2 using its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm X-T2 will give extra detail with its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-T2 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic ZR3 Specifications
Fujifilm X-T2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm X-T2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-ZX3 |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2016-07-07 | 2010-01-26 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | X-Processor Pro2 | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS III | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Min native ISO | 200 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Min boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 325 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 3cm |
Number of lenses | 54 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.2 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.77x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 14.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/250 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1920 x 1080 (59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 507g (1.12 pounds) | 159g (0.35 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 133 x 92 x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 life | 340 images | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-W126S | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS II | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Two | Single |
Launch price | $1,600 | $280 |