Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1

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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR and the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1, 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.

      Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR was introduced in January 2012 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 was introduced in January 2009. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR Highlights

      • 16 MP 1/2-inch EXR-CMOS Sensor
      • 100 - 3,200 Native ISO
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.50" 460k dot Fixed Screen
      • 11.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      • Built-In Wi-Fi

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 Highlights

      • 12 MP 1/2.33-inch CCD Sensor
      • 80 - 6,400 Native ISO
      • 11 Focus Points
      • Image Stabilization
      • 2.70" 230k dot Fixed Screen
      • 2.3 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1280 x 720 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      • Wheather Sealed Body

      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 Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1.

      PROS

      Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1

      •   Video Capture
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Large Screen - 3.50"
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Light - 157 g (0.35 lb / 5.54 oz)
      •   Internal Storage
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   Video Capture
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 189 g (0.42 lb / 6.67 oz)
      •   Internal Storage
      •   Orientation Sensor

      CONS

      Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1

      •   Small Sensor
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 220 shots
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12 Megapixel
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/1300 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.3 fps
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth


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

      AVERAGE

      Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1

      •   Sensor Resolution - 16 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"

      Advantage of Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR over Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1.

      Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1
      Larger Sensor 1/2-inch vs 1/2.33-inch
      Higher Sensor Resolution 16 Megapixel vs 12 Megapixel
      Max Image Resolution 4608 x 3456 vs 4000 x 3000
      Tracking Autofocus vs
      Continuous Autofocus vs
      Face Detection vs
      Reachs More Telephoto 140 mm vs 128 mm
      Greater Optical Zoom 5x vs 4.6x
      Maximum Aperture at Tele End f/4.9 vs f/5.9
      Touch Screen vs
      Larger Screen 3.50" vs 2.70"
      Higher Resolution Screen 460k dot vs 230k dot
      Higher Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) 1/2000 sec vs 1/1300 sec
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 11.0 fps vs 2.3 fps
      Average Metering vs
      Spot Metering vs
      Higher Video Resolution 1920 x 1080 vs 1280 x 720
      Built-In Wi-Fi vs
      Lighter 157 g (0.35 lb / 5.54 oz) vs 189 g (0.42 lb / 6.67 oz)
      Internal Storage 62 MB vs 40 MB

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      Advantage of Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 over Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR.

      Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1
      Lower Native ISO 100 vs 80
      Higher Native ISO 3,200 vs 6,400
      Live View Autofocus vs
      Maximum Aperture at Wide End f/3.9 vs f/3.3
      Min Normal Focus Distance 60 cm vs 50 cm
      Min Macro Focus Distance 9 cm vs 5 cm
      Lower Min Shutter Speed 4 sec vs 60 sec
      External Flash Connectivity vs
      Environmental Sealing vs
      Water Proof vs
      Dust Proof vs
      Shock Proof vs

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      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 Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1
        Video Capture
        High Native ISO3,2006,400
        Image Stabilization
        Built-in Flash
        Light157 g (0.35 lb / 5.54 oz)189 g (0.42 lb / 6.67 oz)
        Internal Storage62 MB40 MB
        Orientation Sensor
      WEAKNESSES Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1
        Small Sensor1/2-inch1/2.33-inch
        Timelapse Recording
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        Low Resolution Screen460k dot230k dot
        No Viewfinder
        Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/2000 sec1/1300 sec
        Low Video Resolution1920 x 10801280 x 720
        No Microphone Input
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Bluetooth

      Screen

      Screen

      Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR has a 3.50" screen with 460k dot resolution and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 has a 2.70" screen with 230k dot resolution. Both have Fixed screens. Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR also features touchscreen which has advantages such as easy menu navigation, intuitive controls, quick setting adjustment

      Sensor

      Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR features a 16 megapixel 1/2-inch EXR-CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.4 x 4.8 mm and a total area of 30.7 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 3,200 and expands to 100 - 6,400 in boosted mode. Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 features a 12 megapixel 1/2.33-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.08 x 4.56 mm and a total area of 20.8 mm2. Its native ISO range is 80 - 6,400.

      Photography Features

      Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4608 x 3072, 4608 x 2592, 3264 x 2448, 3264 x 1840, 2304 x 1728, 2304 x 1536, 1920 x 1080 with 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios. Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 can take pictures up to 4000 x 3000 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4000 x 2672, 4000 x 2248, 3264 x 2448, 3264 x 2176, 3264 x 1840, 2560 x 1920, 2560 x 1712, 2560 x 1440, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1360, 1920 x 1080, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480 with 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.


      Image Stabilization

      The cameras have a built-in [y] image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      Built-in Wi-Fi on Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR

      Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR has a built-in Wi-Fi 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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      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 Z1000EXR comes with NP-45A battery pack with battery life of 220 shots and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 comes with DMW-BCF10 battery pack.


      External Storage Slots

      Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot. Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 has a single SD/MMC/SDHC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/2000 sec on Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR, and up to 1/1300 sec on Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR can shoot continuously up to 11.0 fps. Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 can shoot continuously up to 2.3 fps.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 3.70 m Wide: 30 cm–3.0 m / Tele: 1.0m–2.1 m on Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR. Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 also accepts external flash..

      Physical Parameters

      Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR body has dimensions of 102 x 60 x 18 mm (4.02 x 2.36 x 0.71") and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 body has dimensions of 98 x 63 x 23 mm (3.86 x 2.48 x 0.91"). Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR weighs 157 g (0.35 lb / 5.54 oz) and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 weighs 189 g (0.42 lb / 6.67 oz).

      Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1

      102 mm

      60 mm

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      98 mm

      63 mm

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      Size comparisons of Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1

      Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 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

      Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1

      AVERAGE
      58
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      AVERAGE
      66
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1

      GOOD
      75
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 220 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      55
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.3 fps
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Wildlife Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1

      GOOD
      73
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 220 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      65
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.3 fps
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Portrait Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1

      GOOD
      76
      •   Small Sensor
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Large Screen - 3.50"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      70
      •   Small Sensor
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Street Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1

      EXCELLENT
      85
      •   Small Sensor
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 157 g (0.35 lb / 5.54 oz)
      EXCELLENT
      85
      •   Small Sensor
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 189 g (0.42 lb / 6.67 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1

      EXCELLENT
      87
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 157 g (0.35 lb / 5.54 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 220 shots
      EXCELLENT
      91
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 189 g (0.42 lb / 6.67 oz)

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 and give them scores of 62 and 53 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.


      Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1

      OVERALL
      62
      OVERALL
      53

      Sensor

      Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1

      POOR
      52
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      POOR
      46
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12 Megapixel
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1

      AVERAGE
      62
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      AVERAGE
      63
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/1300 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.3 fps

      Video

      Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1

      POOR
      46
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      POOR
      43
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720

      Focusing

      Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1

      GOOD
      70
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      AVERAGE
      61
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1

      GOOD
      73
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Large Screen - 3.50"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      POOR
      50
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Connectivity

      Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1

      GOOD
      73
      •   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

      Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1

      POOR
      43
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 157 g (0.35 lb / 5.54 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 220 shots
      •   Internal Storage
      GOOD
      82
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 189 g (0.42 lb / 6.67 oz)
      •   Internal Storage


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