Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 vs Fujifilm FinePix Z37

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100

      Fujifilm FinePix Z37
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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 and the Fujifilm FinePix Z37, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 was introduced in September 2014 and Fujifilm FinePix Z37 was introduced in July 2009. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 Highlights

      • 12.8 MP Micro Four Thirds CMOS Sensor
      • 200 - 25,600 Native ISO
      • 49 Focus Points
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 921k dot Fixed Screen
      • 2,764k dot Electronic Viewfinder
      • 11.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 3840 x 2160 Video Shooting
      • Built-In Wi-Fi

      Fujifilm FinePix Z37 Highlights

      • 10 MP 1/2.3-inch CCD Sensor
      • 100 - 1,600 Native ISO
      • 2.70" 230k dot Fixed Screen
      • 640 x 480 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100
      4. Advantage of Fujifilm FinePix Z37
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Screen and Viewfinder
      7. Sensor
      8. Photography Features
      9. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
      10. Other Features
      11. Physical Parameters
      12. For Different Types of Photography
      13. Evaluations
      14. Specifications  

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 and Fujifilm FinePix Z37.

      PROS

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100

      Fujifilm FinePix Z37

      •   Cheap
      •   Video Capture
      •   25,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 2,764k dot
      •   High Video Resolution - 3840 x 2160
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Light - 393 g (0.87 lb / 13.86 oz)
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   Video Capture
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   Light - 125 g (0.28 lb / 4.41 oz)
      •   Internal Storage

      CONS

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100

      Fujifilm FinePix Z37

      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.8 Megapixel
      •   200 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 10 Megapixel
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/1000 sec
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 640 x 480
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100

      Fujifilm FinePix Z37

      •   49 Focus Points
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) - 1/16000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
      •   DxO Overall Score - 67
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"

      Advantage of Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100

      Panasonic LX100
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 over Fujifilm FinePix Z37.

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 vs Fujifilm FinePix Z37
      Larger Sensor Micro Four Thirds vs 1/2.3-inch
      Higher Sensor Resolution 12.8 Megapixel vs 10 Megapixel
      Higher Native ISO 25,600 vs 1,600
      Max Image Resolution 4112 x 3088 vs 3648 x 2736
      RAW Support vs
      Timelapse Recording vs
      Multi Area Autofocus vs
      Center Autofocus vs
      Selective Autofocus vs
      Tracking Autofocus vs
      Continuous Autofocus vs
      Face Detection vs
      Reaches Wider Angle 24 mm vs 35 mm
      Greater Optical Zoom 3.1x vs 3x
      Maximum Aperture at Wide End f/1.7 vs f/3.7
      Maximum Aperture at Tele End f/2.8 vs f/4.2
      Min Normal Focus Distance 50 cm vs 60 cm
      Min Macro Focus Distance 3 cm vs 8 cm
      Image Stabilization vs
      Larger Screen 3.0" vs 2.70"
      Higher Resolution Screen 921k dot vs 230k dot
      Viewfinder Electronic vs
      Lower Min Shutter Speed 60 sec vs 3 sec
      Higher Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) 1/4000 sec vs 1/1000 sec
      External Flash Connectivity vs
      Manual Exposure Mode vs
      Aperture Priority vs
      Shutter Priority vs
      Average Metering vs
      Higher Video Resolution 3840 x 2160 vs 640 x 480
      Built-in Microphone Stereo vs Mono
      Built-In Wi-Fi vs
      Orientation Sensor vs

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      Panasonic LX100 II
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      Micro Four Thirds

      17 MP

      Nikon D7000
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      APS-C

      16.2 MP

      Nikon Z30
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      APS-C

      20.9 MP

      Canon R7
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      APS-C

      32.5 MP

      Nikon Z9
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      Full Frame

      45.7 MP

      Nikon Z8
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      Full Frame

      45.7 MP

      Canon R3
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      Full Frame

      24.1 MP

      Sony a6100
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Leica V-Lux 2
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      1/2.33-inch

      14.1 MP

      Sony DSLR-A330
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      APS-C

      10.2 MP

      Canon R5 C
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      Full Frame

      45.0 MP

      Sony a6600
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Advantage of Fujifilm FinePix Z37

      Fujifilm Z37
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm FinePix Z37 over Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100.

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 vs Fujifilm FinePix Z37
      Lower Native ISO 200 vs 100
      Reachs More Telephoto 75 mm vs 105 mm
      Built-in Flash vs
      Lighter 393 g (0.87 lb / 13.86 oz) vs 125 g (0.28 lb / 4.41 oz)

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      Fujifilm Z70
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      1/2.3-inch

      12.2 MP

      Fujifilm Z30
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      1/2.3-inch

      10.0 MP

      Fujifilm Z35
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      1/2.3-inch

      10 MP

      Fujifilm Z90
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      1/2.3-inch

      14.2 MP

      Sony a6400
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Panasonic FX580
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      1/2.33-inch

      12 MP

      Canon R50
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Canon R10
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Panasonic S1
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Fujifilm X-M1
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      APS-C

      16.3 MP

      Canon 5DS
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      Full Frame

      50.6 MP

      Canon Rebel SL1
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      APS-C

      18.0 MP

      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 Fujifilm FinePix Z37
        Video Capture
        High Native ISO25,6001,600
        Live View Autofocus
        Light393 g (0.87 lb / 13.86 oz)125 g (0.28 lb / 4.41 oz)
      WEAKNESSES Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 Fujifilm FinePix Z37
        Small SensorMicro Four Thirds1/2.3-inch
        Low Resolution Sensor12.8 Megapixel10 Megapixel
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        No Microphone Input
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Bluetooth
        No Environmental Sealing

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Screen

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 has a 3.0" screen with 921k dot resolution and Fujifilm FinePix Z37 has a 2.70" screen with 230k dot resolution. Both have Fixed screens.


      Electronic Viewfinder on Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 has a built-in Electronic viewfinder with 2,764k dot resolution. It has a 100% coverage and 1.39x (0.7x 35mm equivalent) magnification. There is no built-in or optional viewfinder available on Fujifilm FinePix Z37.

      Sensor

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 features a 12.8 megapixel Micro Four Thirds CMOS sensor with dimensions of 17.3 x 13 mm and a total area of 224.9 mm2. Its native ISO range is 200 - 25,600 and expands to 100 - 25,600 in boosted mode. Fujifilm FinePix Z37 features a 10 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 1,600.

      Photography Features

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 is equipped with Venus Engine processor and can take pictures up to 4112 x 3088 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4112 x 3088, 4272 x 2856, 4480 x 2520, 3088 x 3088, 2976 x 2232, 3120 x 2086, 3840 x 2160, 2240 x 2240, 2048 x 1536, 2112 x 1408, 1920 x 1080, 1536 x 1536 with 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios. Fujifilm FinePix Z37 can take pictures up to 3648 x 2736 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 3648 x 2432, 2592 x 1944, 2048 x 1536, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480 with 4:3, 3:2 aspect ratios.

      Image Stabilization on Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 has an image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      Built-in Wi-Fi on Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 has a built-in Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz) which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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      NFC on Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.


      USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.


      Battery

      Fujifilm FinePix Z37 comes with NP-45A battery pack.


      External Storage Slots

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) card slot. Fujifilm FinePix Z37 has a single SD/SDHC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/16000 sec with electronic shutter and up to 1/4000 sec with mechanical shutter on Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100, and up to 1/1000 sec on Fujifilm FinePix Z37. Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 can shoot continuously up to 11.0 fps.


      Flash

      Fujifilm FinePix Z37 has a built-in flash with maximum range of 3.10 m. Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 has no built-in flash but an external flash may be connected via Shoe Mount..

      Physical Parameters

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 body has dimensions of 115 x 66 x 55 mm (4.53 x 2.6 x 2.17") and Fujifilm FinePix Z37 body has dimensions of 90 x 58 x 24 mm (3.54 x 2.28 x 0.94"). Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 weighs 393 g (0.87 lb / 13.86 oz) and Fujifilm FinePix Z37 weighs 125 g (0.28 lb / 4.41 oz).

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100

      Fujifilm FinePix Z37

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      90 mm

      58 mm

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      Size comparisons of Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 and Fujifilm FinePix Z37

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 and Fujifilm FinePix Z37 for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100

      Fujifilm FinePix Z37

      AVERAGE
      67
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      POOR
      46
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100

      Fujifilm FinePix Z37

      GOOD
      74
      •   25,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 2,764k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      BAD
      39
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Wildlife Photography

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100

      Fujifilm FinePix Z37

      AVERAGE
      69
      •   25,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 2,764k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      POOR
      51
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Portrait Photography

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100

      Fujifilm FinePix Z37

      GOOD
      83
      •   Small Sensor
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   Orientation Sensor
      POOR
      46
      •   Small Sensor
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Street Photography

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100

      Fujifilm FinePix Z37

      GOOD
      83
      •   Small Sensor
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 393 g (0.87 lb / 13.86 oz)
      GOOD
      81
      •   Small Sensor
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 125 g (0.28 lb / 4.41 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100

      Fujifilm FinePix Z37

      GOOD
      83
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   High Video Resolution - 3840 x 2160
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 393 g (0.87 lb / 13.86 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots
      EXCELLENT
      86
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 640 x 480
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 125 g (0.28 lb / 4.41 oz)

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 and Fujifilm FinePix Z37 and give them scores of 70 and 40 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100

      Fujifilm FinePix Z37

      OVERALL
      70
      OVERALL
      40

      Sensor

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100

      Fujifilm FinePix Z37

      AVERAGE
      69
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.8 Megapixel
      •   200 Lowest Native ISO
      •   25,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   DxO Overall Score - 67
      POOR
      44
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 10 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100

      Fujifilm FinePix Z37

      GOOD
      74
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) - 1/16000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
      BAD
      23
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/1000 sec
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Video

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100

      Fujifilm FinePix Z37

      AVERAGE
      59
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   High Video Resolution - 3840 x 2160
      BAD
      2
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 640 x 480

      Focusing

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100

      Fujifilm FinePix Z37

      GOOD
      73
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      AVERAGE
      59
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100

      Fujifilm FinePix Z37

      GOOD
      75
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 2,764k dot
      POOR
      50
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Connectivity

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100

      Fujifilm FinePix Z37

      GOOD
      78
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      BAD
      38
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100

      Fujifilm FinePix Z37

      POOR
      43
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 393 g (0.87 lb / 13.86 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots
      POOR
      49
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 125 g (0.28 lb / 4.41 oz)
      •   Internal Storage


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