FujiFilm HS10 vs Panasonic ZS1

Here, we will be matching up the FujiFilm HS10 vs Panasonic ZS1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the HS10 (10MP) and the ZS1 (10MP) is pretty comparable but the HS10 (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") boast different sensor measurements.

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The HS10 was introduced 14 months later than the ZS1 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm HS10 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS1 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the HS10 scores versus the ZS1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix HS10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The whole galleries are provided at FujiFilm HS10 Gallery & Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and size. The FujiFilm HS10 comes with outer dimensions of 131mm x 91mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") and a weight of 666 grams (1.47 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS1 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Look at the FujiFilm HS10 vs Panasonic ZS1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the HS10 against the ZS1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the HS10 and ZS1 is 60 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements just by going through technical specs. The photograph below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the HS10 and ZS1.

As you have seen, both of the cameras feature the identical resolution albeit different sensor measurements. The HS10 offers the bigger sensor which will make getting shallower DOF less difficult. The more modern HS10 should have an edge in sensor tech.