Fujifilm X20 vs Panasonic SZ3
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Fujifilm X20 vs Panasonic SZ3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 353g - 117 x 70 x 57mm
- Revealed April 2013
- Old Model is Fujifilm X10
- Successor is Fujifilm X30
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 126g - 95 x 56 x 22mm
- Launched January 2013
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Lets examine more closely at the Fujifilm X20 versus Panasonic SZ3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X20 (12MP) and SZ3 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X20 (2/3") and SZ3 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Fujifilm X20 was revealed 4 months later than the SZ3 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm X20 grades against the SZ3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X20 over the Panasonic SZ3
| Fujifilm X20 | SZ3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More precise focus | ||
| Display sizing | 2.8" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.1") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ3 over the Fujifilm X20
| SZ3 | Fujifilm X20 |
|---|
Common features in the Fujifilm X20 and Panasonic SZ3
| Fujifilm X20 | SZ3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | April 2013 |  | January 2013 | Similar generation |
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Missing Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm X20 vs Panasonic SZ3 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X20 enjoys physical dimensions of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") along with a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ3 has proportions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).
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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X20 and the SZ3.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X20 and SZ3 is 83 and 96 respectively.
Fujifilm X20 vs Panasonic SZ3 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing purely by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X20 and SZ3.
As you can see, both cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X20 with its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic SZ3 will give you extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos far more aggressively.
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Fujifilm X20 vs Panasonic SZ3 Specifications
| Fujifilm X20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model | Fujifilm X20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2013-04-29 | 2013-01-07 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | EXR Processor II | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CCD |
| Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 58.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| 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 | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 23 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.0-2.8 | f/3.1-5.9 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 4.1 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.8" | 2.7" |
| Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
| Viewfinder coverage | 85% | - |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 12.0fps | 1.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 7.00 m | 4.10 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Max flash synchronize | 1/1000 seconds | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone 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 | 353g (0.78 pounds) | 126g (0.28 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 117 x 70 x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") | 95 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | 270 photos | 250 photos |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-50 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Pricing at release | $500 | $150 |