FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Panasonic FS12
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FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Panasonic FS12 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F3.9-4.7) lens
- 158g - 98 x 59 x 20mm
- Introduced July 2010
- Additionally Known as FinePix Z808EXR
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-124mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 129g - 97 x 55 x 22mm
- Revealed April 2009
FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Panasonic FS12 Overview
Below is a thorough comparison of the FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Panasonic FS12, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Z800EXR (12MP) and the FS12 (12MP) is very well matched but the Z800EXR (1/2") and FS12 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizes.
Photography GlossaryThe Z800EXR was manufactured 16 months later than the FS12 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Z800EXR matches up vs the FS12 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Panasonic FS12 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix Z800EXR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm Z800EXR Gallery and Panasonic FS12 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm Z800EXR over the Panasonic FS12
Z800EXR | FS12 | |||
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Revealed | July 2010 | April 2009 | More recent by 16 months | |
Display size | 3.5" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS12 over the FujiFilm Z800EXR
FS12 | Z800EXR |
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Common features in the FujiFilm Z800EXR and Panasonic FS12
Z800EXR | FS12 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Panasonic FS12 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm Z800EXR features physical measurements of 98mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Panasonic FS12 has measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).
Look at the FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Panasonic FS12 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the Z800EXR vs the FS12.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Z800EXR and FS12 is 95 and 95 respectively.
FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Panasonic FS12 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements just by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Z800EXR and FS12.
As you can see, both of these cameras feature the identical MP but not the same sensor measurements. The Z800EXR features the larger sensor which will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult. The younger Z800EXR is going to have an edge in sensor tech.
FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Panasonic FS12 Screen and ViewFinder
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FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Panasonic FS12 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix Z800EXR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix Z800EXR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 |
Also Known as | FinePix Z808EXR | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2010-07-21 | 2009-04-17 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 30.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 31-124mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-4.7 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 9cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.6 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.90 m | 6.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
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 data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 158 gr (0.35 lb) | 129 gr (0.28 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" 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, Auto-shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $200 | $228 |