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FujiFilm Z70 vs Panasonic FS12

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
FujiFilm FinePix Z70 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26

FujiFilm Z70 vs Panasonic FS12 Key Specs

FujiFilm Z70
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 36-180mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
  • 124g - 91 x 57 x 20mm
  • Launched February 2010
  • Additionally Known as FinePix Z71
Panasonic FS12
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 31-124mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 129g - 97 x 55 x 22mm
  • Launched April 2009
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FujiFilm Z70 vs Panasonic FS12 Overview

Following is a detailed overview of the FujiFilm Z70 and Panasonic FS12, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Z70 (12MP) and the FS12 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Z70 was brought out 10 months after the FS12 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Z70 grades versus the FS12 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm Z70 over the Panasonic FS12

 Z70 FS12 
LaunchedFebruary 2010April 2009More modern by 10 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic FS12 over the FujiFilm Z70

 FS12 Z70 

Common features in the FujiFilm Z70 and Panasonic FS12

 Z70 FS12 
Manually focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size2.7"2.7"Same display size
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch friendly display Absent Touch friendly display

FujiFilm Z70 vs Panasonic FS12 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm Z70 enjoys outside dimensions of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Panasonic FS12 has dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

Check out the FujiFilm Z70 and Panasonic FS12 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the Z70 compared to the FS12.

FujiFilm Z70 vs Panasonic FS12 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Z70 and FS12 is 96 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm Z70 vs Panasonic FS12 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm Z70 vs Panasonic FS12 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes only by reading through specs. The pic below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z70 and FS12.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photos however you should really factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent Z70 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm Z70 vs Panasonic FS12 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm Z70 vs Panasonic FS12 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm Z70 vs Panasonic FS12 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 Portrait photography highlights
Panasonic FS12 Portrait photography highlights
21
manual focus not available
no manual control
no external flash support
low MP (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
21
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
low MP (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic FS12 as a Street photography camera
48
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
57
image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 Sports photography features
Panasonic FS12 Sports photography features
25
has tracking autofocus
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
25
image stabilization (Optical)
very slow continuous shooting (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 Travel photography features
Panasonic FS12 Travel photography features
52
built-in flash
lack of Timelapse mode
low MP (12 megapixels)
does not offer selfie friendly display
wide angle not great (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f4.0)
51
flash built-in
does not have Time Lapse function
low MP (12 megapixels)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (31mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with FujiFilm Z70
Landscape photography with Panasonic FS12
23
manual focus not available
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f4.0)
small screen (2.7 inches)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
lack of Timelapse mode
28
image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (31mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.7 inch)
lack of manual exposure
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 Vlogging highlights
Panasonic FS12 Vlogging highlights
22
wide angle not great (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f4.0)
does not offer selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of external microphone support
25
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not the best (31mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (640 x 480 pixels)
does not have mic support
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FujiFilm Z70 vs Panasonic FS12 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm Z70 and Panasonic FS12
 FujiFilm FinePix Z70Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type FujiFilm FinePix Z70 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12
Otherwise known as FinePix Z71 -
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2010-02-02 2009-04-17
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
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 12MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 1600
Maximum enhanced ISO - 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-180mm (5.0x) 31-124mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture f/4.0-4.8 f/2.8-5.9
Macro focusing distance 9cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7" 2.7"
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 1/4s 60s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter rate - 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.10 m 6.30 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
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 file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
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 124g (0.27 lbs) 129g (0.28 lbs)
Physical dimensions 91 x 57 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" 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 ID NP-45A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple, Group) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC Internal SD/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Price at release $130 $228