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Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic S1

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
22
Overall
31
Fujifilm FinePix JX370 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 front
Portability
96
Imaging
36
Features
21
Overall
30

Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic S1 Key Specs

Fujifilm JX370
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
  • 124g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
  • Launched August 2011
Panasonic S1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-112mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 117g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
  • Launched January 2011
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Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic S1 Overview

Here is a detailed review of the Fujifilm JX370 versus Panasonic S1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm JX370 (14MP) and the S1 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JX370 was launched 8 months later than the S1 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm JX370 grades versus the S1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX370 over the Panasonic S1

 Fujifilm JX370 S1 
LaunchedAugust 2011January 2011Fresher by 8 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Fujifilm JX370

 S1 Fujifilm JX370 

Common features in the Fujifilm JX370 and Panasonic S1

 Fujifilm JX370 S1 
Manually focus No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimension2.7"2.7"Identical display size
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch friendly display Lacking Touch friendly display

Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic S1 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm JX370 has external dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S1 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

See the Fujifilm JX370 versus Panasonic S1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm JX370 compared to the S1.

Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic S1 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JX370 and S1 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic S1 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic S1 Sensor Comparison

Generally, its hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing simply by looking at specs. The photograph here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm JX370 and S1.

All in all, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can anticipate the Fujifilm JX370 to resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm JX370 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic S1 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic S1 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic S1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm JX370 Portrait photography advice
Panasonic S1 Portrait photography advice
28
MP count good (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
21
lack of manual focus
manual mode not possible
external flash not possible
low resolution (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm JX370 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic S1 as a Street photography camera
55
lighter than others in class (124 grams)
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
63
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (117g)
no articulating screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm JX370 as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic S1 as a Sports photography camera
31
MP count good (14 megapixels)
provides tracking focus
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
low battery (190 per charge)
lack of phase detect AF
28
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lack of shutter priority mode
low resolution (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm JX370 Travel photography advice
Panasonic S1 Travel photography advice
65
lighter than others in class (124g)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
low battery (190 shots)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
62
lighter than competition in class (117 grams)
built-in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
lack of Timelapse function
low resolution (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm JX370 Landscape photography factors
Panasonic S1 Landscape photography factors
32
fairly wide (28mm)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
no image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
low battery (190 CIPA)
missing Time Lapse recording
33
fairly wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
small screen (2.7 inch)
manual mode not possible
low resolution (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm JX370 Vlogging highlights
Panasonic S1 Vlogging highlights
28
fairly wide (28mm)
lighter than others in class (124 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing mic support
31
fairly wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (117 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
display isn't selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of external microphone socket
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Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic S1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm JX370 and Panasonic S1
 Fujifilm FinePix JX370Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Panasonic
Model Fujifilm FinePix JX370 Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2011-08-11 2011-01-05
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - Venus Engine IV
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4288 x 3216 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Maximum enhanced ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-112mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.6-6.2 f/3.1-5.6
Macro focus range 10cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of display 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display tech TFT color LCD monitor TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 seconds 8 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/1800 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 1.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.00 m 3.30 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction
Hot shoe
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 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video 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
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 124 grams (0.27 lb) 117 grams (0.26 lb)
Dimensions 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 life 190 photos 240 photos
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-45A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD / SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Cost at release $159 $269