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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS1

Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
24
Overall
30
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 front
Portability
91
Imaging
33
Features
25
Overall
29

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS1 Key Specs

FujiFilm JZ300
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Push 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
  • Also referred to as FinePix JZ305
Panasonic ZS1
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
  • 229g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
  • Announced May 2009
  • Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ6
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS1 Overview

Below is a in-depth review of the FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the JZ300 (12MP) and the ZS1 (10MP) is relatively similar but the JZ300 (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The JZ300 was launched 9 months later than the ZS1 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a short summary of how the JZ300 scores against the ZS1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Panasonic ZS1

 JZ300 ZS1 
AnnouncedFebruary 2010May 2009More recent by 9 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS1 over the FujiFilm JZ300

 ZS1 JZ300 

Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Panasonic ZS1

 JZ300 ZS1 
Manual focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent screen dimensions
Screen resolution230k230kIdentical screen resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither offers Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS1 Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and size. The FujiFilm JZ300 offers exterior dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS1 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Contrast the FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the JZ300 vs the ZS1.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS1 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the JZ300 and ZS1 is 93 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS1 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS1 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading specs. The photograph here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the JZ300 and ZS1.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The JZ300 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the FujiFilm JZ300 will deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher JZ300 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS1 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS1 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Portrait photography information
Panasonic ZS1 Portrait photography information
21
lack of manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
25
provides face detection focusing
no manual focus
manual mode not available
external flash not possible
MP count low (10MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.5")
lack of RAW support
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Street photography information
Panasonic ZS1 Street photography information
56
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
60
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (229g)
no articulating screen
very small sensor size (1/2.5")
lack of RAW support
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Sports photography highlights
Panasonic ZS1 Sports photography highlights
34
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
comes with tracking autofocus
no shutter priority mode
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
24
image stabilization (Optical)
low frames per second (3.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
MP count low (10MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.5")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm JZ300
Travel photography with Panasonic ZS1
61
built-in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
great zoom (280mm)
missing Timelapse mode
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
63
lighter than competition (229g)
has built in flash
fairly wide (25mm)
great zoom (300mm)
does not have Timelapse function
MP count low (10MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic ZS1 as a Landscape photography camera
32
reasonably wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
no manual control
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
missing Timelapse mode
31
fairly wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
manual mode not available
MP count low (10 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.5")
lack of RAW support
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic ZS1 as a Vlogging camera
28
reasonably wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external microphone port
31
fairly wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detection focusing
lighter than competition (229 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
display isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (640 x 480 pxls)
does not have external microphone jack
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JZ300 and Panasonic ZS1
 FujiFilm FinePix JZ300Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Panasonic
Model FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1
Also called as FinePix JZ305 Lumix DMC-TZ6
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2010-02-02 2009-05-14
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.5"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 5.744 x 4.308mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 24.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 10 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Max boosted ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Number of focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-280mm (10.0x) 25-300mm (12.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.3-5.6 f/3.3-4.9
Macro focus range 5cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.8 6.3
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of display 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8s 60s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting speed - 3.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 2.60 m 5.30 m (Auto ISO)
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone 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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 168 gr (0.37 pounds) 229 gr (0.50 pounds)
Dimensions 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery model NP-45A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots One One
Retail pricing $180 $0