• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 10.0 megapixels
  • 28.00mm - 140.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.33 inch 28.2mm2
  • 14.1 megapixels
  • 28.00mm - 140.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Fujifilm J150w advantages over Panasonic DMC-FH3

  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 1.69 vs 1.42 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)

Panasonic DMC-FH3 advantages over Fujifilm J150w

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Larger lens aperture
    f/2.8 vs f/3.3
    Take photos in low-light or isolate your subject
  • Manual focus
    Yes vs No
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • More pixels
    14.1 vs 10.0 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Longer exposure
    60 vs 8 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Higher extended ISO
    6400 vs 3200 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • RAW file ability
    Neither provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Neither provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    Neither provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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The Competition

Compared to Panasonic DMC-FS15

Fujifilm J150w
Panasonic DMC-FS15
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • $200
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • More pixels
Panasonic DMC-FH3
Panasonic DMC-FS15
  • $180
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Larger lens aperture
  • Manual focus
  • $200
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Faster JPEG shooting

Compared to Panasonic DMC-FS25S

Fujifilm J150w
Panasonic DMC-FS25S
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • $175
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • More pixels
Panasonic DMC-FH3
Panasonic DMC-FS25S
  • $180
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Larger lens aperture
  • $175
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Faster JPEG shooting

Compared to Fujifilm J250W

Fujifilm J150w
Fujifilm J250W
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • $100
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
Panasonic DMC-FH3
Fujifilm J250W
  • $180
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Larger lens aperture
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $100
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels

Compared to Panasonic DMC-FH1

Fujifilm J150w
Panasonic DMC-FH1
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • $160
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
Panasonic DMC-FH3
Panasonic DMC-FH1
  • $180
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • More pixels
  • $160
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Faster JPEG shooting

Compared to Canon A3300 IS

Fujifilm J150w
Canon A3300 IS
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • $180
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Larger lens aperture
Panasonic DMC-FH3
Canon A3300 IS
  • $180
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Longer stills battery life
  • Manual focus
  • $180
  • 1/2.3 inch
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