Fujifilm X30 vs Panasonic ZR3
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Fujifilm X30 vs Panasonic ZR3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 423g - 119 x 72 x 60mm
- Revealed August 2014
- Succeeded the Fujifilm X20
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 159g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-ZX3
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Below, we are reviewing the Fujifilm X30 vs Panasonic ZR3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and the ZR3 (14MP) is fairly close but the Fujifilm X30 (2/3") and ZR3 (1/2.3") come with different sensor size.
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm X30 was manufactured 4 years later than the ZR3 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm X30 scores against the ZR3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X30 over the Panasonic ZR3
| Fujifilm X30 | ZR3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | August 2014 |  | January 2010 | Fresher by 56 months |
| Manual focus |  | Very accurate focusing | ||
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR3 over the Fujifilm X30
| ZR3 | Fujifilm X30 |
|---|
Common features in the Fujifilm X30 and Panasonic ZR3
| Fujifilm X30 | ZR3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm X30 vs Panasonic ZR3 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X30 comes with physical measurements of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs) and the Panasonic ZR3 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X30 versus the ZR3.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X30 and ZR3 is 80 and 94 respectively.
Fujifilm X30 vs Panasonic ZR3 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing simply by researching specs. The visual below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X30 and ZR3.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X30 due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic ZR3 will provide you with extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos much more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X30 should have an edge in sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm X30 vs Panasonic ZR3 Specifications
| Fujifilm X30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model | Fujifilm X30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 |
| Alternate name | - | Lumix DMC-ZX3 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2014-08-26 | 2010-01-26 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | EXR Processor II | Venus Engine HD 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 | 14 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 49 | 11 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.0-2.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 4.1 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 920 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.65x | - |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1300s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 12.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 7.00 m | 5.30 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, commander, suppressed flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p/50p/30p/25/24p), 1280 x 720 (60p/50p/30p/25/24p), 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) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | H.264 | AVCHD Lite |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 423 gr (0.93 lb) | 159 gr (0.35 lb) |
| Dimensions | 119 x 72 x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") | 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 | 470 shots | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | NP-95 | - |
| 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 | One | One |
| Pricing at launch | $499 | $280 |