FujiFilm F80EXR vs Panasonic TS1

Here, we will be reviewing the FujiFilm F80EXR and Panasonic TS1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the F80EXR (12MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is pretty similar but the F80EXR (1/2") and TS1 (1/2.3") provide different sensor measurements.

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The F80EXR was brought out 17 months later than the TS1 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the F80EXR matches up against the TS1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix F80EXR & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm F80EXR Gallery & Panasonic TS1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm F80EXR offers outer measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Panasonic TS1 has proportions of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

Contrast the FujiFilm F80EXR and Panasonic TS1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the F80EXR vs the TS1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the F80EXR and TS1 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements only by going over specifications. The visual underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the F80EXR and TS1.

Plainly, both of those cameras feature the identical megapixels albeit different sensor measurements. The F80EXR offers the bigger sensor which should make obtaining shallower depth of field less difficult. The more recent F80EXR provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.