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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic TS1

Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
24
Overall
30
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 front
Portability
93
Imaging
34
Features
24
Overall
30

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic TS1 Key Specs

FujiFilm JZ300
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
  • 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
  • Announced February 2010
  • Alternate Name is FinePix JZ305
Panasonic TS1
(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
  • Revealed January 2009
  • Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT1
  • Refreshed by Panasonic TS2
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic TS1 Overview

The following is a comprehensive review of the FujiFilm JZ300 versus Panasonic TS1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the JZ300 (12MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The JZ300 was introduced 13 months after the TS1 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the JZ300 grades against the TS1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Panasonic TS1

 JZ300 TS1 
RevealedFebruary 2010January 2009Newer by 13 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the FujiFilm JZ300

 TS1 JZ300 

Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Panasonic TS1

 JZ300 TS1 
Manual focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen size
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither includes Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic TS1 Physical Comparison

If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JZ300 features physical dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Panasonic TS1 has proportions of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

Compare the FujiFilm JZ300 versus Panasonic TS1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the JZ300 and the TS1.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic TS1 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the JZ300 and TS1 is 93 and 93 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic TS1 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic TS1 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by researching specs. The picture below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the JZ300 and TS1.

All in all, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you should factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern JZ300 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic TS1 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Portrait photography factors
Panasonic TS1 Portrait photography factors
21
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
20
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not available
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Street photography details
Panasonic TS1 Street photography details
56
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
61
image stabilization (Optical)
weather proof
no moving screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic TS1 as a Sports photography camera
34
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
offers tracking autofocus
no shutter priority mode
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
29
image stabilization (Optical)
weather proof
low max shutter speed (1/1,300 seconds)
max frames per second low (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Travel photography information
Panasonic TS1 Travel photography information
61
built-in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
very long zoom (280mm)
does not have Timelapse function
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
61
weather proof
flash built-in
reasonably wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
low megapixels (12MP)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic TS1 as a Landscape photography camera
32
pretty wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
does not have Timelapse function
35
reasonably wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
weather proof
lack of manual focus
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
manual exposure not available
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Vlogging factors
Panasonic TS1 Vlogging factors
28
pretty wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external microphone socket
28
reasonably wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external mic jack
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic TS1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JZ300 and Panasonic TS1
 FujiFilm FinePix JZ300Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1
Also Known as FinePix JZ305 Lumix DMC-FT1
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Announced 2010-02-02 2009-01-27
Body design 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 area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Maximum boosted ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points - 11
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-280mm (10.0x) 28-128mm (4.6x)
Maximal aperture f/3.3-5.6 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing distance 5cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8s 60s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1300s
Continuous shooting speed - 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 2.60 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG AVCHD Lite
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 168g (0.37 pounds) 189g (0.42 pounds)
Physical dimensions 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 ID NP-45A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Launch price $180 $380