FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic TS1
95 Imaging
37 Features
22 Overall
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93 Imaging
34 Features
24 Overall
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic TS1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
- 130g - 94 x 56 x 24mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Alternate Name is FinePix JX305
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 189g - 98 x 63 x 23mm
- Announced January 2009
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT1
- Replacement is Panasonic TS2

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic TS1 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the FujiFilm JX300 and Panasonic TS1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The JX300 was unveiled 24 months after the TS1 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the JX300 matches up versus the TS1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic TS1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The full galleries are provided at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery & Panasonic TS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Panasonic TS1
JX300 | TS1 | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 24 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the FujiFilm JX300
TS1 | JX300 |
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Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Panasonic TS1
JX300 | TS1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic TS1 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JX300 comes with outside measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS1 has measurements of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).
Check out the FujiFilm JX300 and Panasonic TS1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the JX300 against the TS1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the JX300 and TS1 is 95 and 93 respectively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic TS1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes only by going over specifications. The pic here will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the JX300 and TS1.
Plainly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the FujiFilm JX300 to deliver more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent JX300 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic TS1 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 |
Otherwise known as | FinePix JX305 | Lumix DMC-FT1 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2009-01-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.6-6.2 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1800 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 130 gr (0.29 lb) | 189 gr (0.42 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $110 | $380 |