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FujiFilm S1800 vs Panasonic ZS1

Portability
78
Imaging
35
Features
26
Overall
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FujiFilm FinePix S1800 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 front
Portability
91
Imaging
33
Features
25
Overall
29

FujiFilm S1800 vs Panasonic ZS1 Key Specs

FujiFilm S1800
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
  • Revealed February 2010
  • Other Name is FinePix S1880
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
  • Introduced May 2009
  • Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ6
Photography Glossary

FujiFilm S1800 vs Panasonic ZS1 Overview

The following is a comprehensive assessment of the FujiFilm S1800 vs Panasonic ZS1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S1800 (12MP) and the ZS1 (10MP) is relatively close but the S1800 (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") possess different sensor size.

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The S1800 was released 9 months after the ZS1 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm S1800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS1 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the S1800 matches up against the ZS1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm S1800 over the Panasonic ZS1

 S1800 ZS1 
IntroducedFebruary 2010May 2009Newer by 9 months
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS1 over the FujiFilm S1800

 ZS1 S1800 

Common features in the FujiFilm S1800 and Panasonic ZS1

 S1800 ZS1 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Absent Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm S1800 vs Panasonic ZS1 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S1800 features outer dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") along with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS1 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm S1800 vs Panasonic ZS1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view scale comparison of the S1800 against the ZS1.

FujiFilm S1800 vs Panasonic ZS1 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1800 and ZS1 is 78 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm S1800 vs Panasonic ZS1 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm S1800 vs Panasonic ZS1 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions just by looking through specs. The picture here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1800 and ZS1.

All in all, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The S1800 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the FujiFilm S1800 will provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more recent S1800 provides a benefit in sensor tech.

FujiFilm S1800 vs Panasonic ZS1 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm S1800 vs Panasonic ZS1 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm S1800 vs Panasonic ZS1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm S1800 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic ZS1 as a Portrait photography camera
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no manual focus
no external flash support
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
25
features face detect autofocus
no manual focus
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
MP count low (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.5")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm S1800 Street photography advice
Panasonic ZS1 Street photography advice
49
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
60
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others in class (229g)
screen is fixed
tiny sensor size (1/2.5")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm S1800 as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic ZS1 as a Sports photography camera
34
long zoom range (28-504mm 18.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
max fps very slow (1.0 fps)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
24
has image stabilization (Optical)
painfully slow continuous shooting (3.0 fps)
no shutter priority
MP count low (10MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.5")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm S1800
Travel photography with Panasonic ZS1
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built-in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
long reach (504mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
megapixel count low (12MP)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
63
lighter than others in class (229g)
built-in flash
rather wide (25mm)
long zoom (300mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
MP count low (10MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with FujiFilm S1800
Landscape photography with Panasonic ZS1
36
reasonably wide (28mm)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
megapixel count low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
does not have Time Lapse recording
31
rather wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7")
no manual exposure
MP count low (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.5")
does not have RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm S1800 Vlogging information
Panasonic ZS1 Vlogging information
25
reasonably wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have mic support
31
rather wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
features face detect autofocus
lighter than others in class (229 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (640 x 480 pxls)
doesn't have mic jack
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FujiFilm S1800 vs Panasonic ZS1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm S1800 and Panasonic ZS1
 FujiFilm FinePix S1800Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1
General Information
Make FujiFilm Panasonic
Model FujiFilm FinePix S1800 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1
Alternate name FinePix S1880 Lumix DMC-TZ6
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2010-02-02 2009-05-14
Body design SLR-like (bridge) Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.5"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 5.744 x 4.308mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 24.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Maximum boosted ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-504mm (18.0x) 25-300mm (12.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/3.3-4.9
Macro focus distance 2cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 6.3
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder coverage 99% -
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 secs 60 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 1.0fps 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 4.40 m 5.30 m (Auto ISO)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 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)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
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
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 337 gr (0.74 pounds) 229 gr (0.50 pounds)
Dimensions 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") 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 4 x AA -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Cost at launch $180 $0