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Fujifilm JX500 vs Panasonic TS1

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
22
Overall
31
Fujifilm FinePix JX500 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 front
Portability
93
Imaging
34
Features
24
Overall
30

Fujifilm JX500 vs Panasonic TS1 Key Specs

Fujifilm JX500
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
  • 113g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
  • Introduced January 2012
Panasonic TS1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 189g - 98 x 63 x 23mm
  • Introduced January 2009
  • Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FT1
  • Refreshed by Panasonic TS2
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Fujifilm JX500 vs Panasonic TS1 Overview

Here is a thorough overview of the Fujifilm JX500 vs Panasonic TS1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm JX500 (14MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is very well matched and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JX500 was announced 2 years later than the TS1 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm JX500 grades vs the TS1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX500 over the Panasonic TS1

 Fujifilm JX500 TS1 
IntroducedJanuary 2012January 2009Fresher by 36 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Fujifilm JX500

 TS1 Fujifilm JX500 

Common features in the Fujifilm JX500 and Panasonic TS1

 Fujifilm JX500 TS1 
Manual focus No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent display size
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch friendly display Missing Touch friendly display

Fujifilm JX500 vs Panasonic TS1 Physical Comparison

If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm JX500 comes with outside measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) while the Panasonic TS1 has proportions of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm JX500 vs Panasonic TS1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm JX500 against the TS1.

Fujifilm JX500 vs Panasonic TS1 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JX500 and TS1 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm JX500 vs Panasonic TS1 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm JX500 vs Panasonic TS1 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by looking at specs. The photograph underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm JX500 and TS1.

All in all, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Fujifilm JX500 to give greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm JX500 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.

Fujifilm JX500 vs Panasonic TS1 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm JX500 vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm JX500 vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm JX500 Portrait photography info
Panasonic TS1 Portrait photography info
28
MP count good (14MP)
manual focus not available
manual mode not available
no external flash support
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
20
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual exposure
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm JX500 Street photography advice
Panasonic TS1 Street photography advice
55
lighter than others (113 grams)
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
61
built in image stabilization (Optical)
environment proof
no articulating screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm JX500 Sports photography information
Panasonic TS1 Sports photography information
31
MP count good (14MP)
has tracking autofocus
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,400 seconds)
slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
29
built in image stabilization (Optical)
environment proof
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,300s)
continuous shooting slow (2.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm JX500 Travel photography factors
Panasonic TS1 Travel photography factors
68
lighter than others (113g)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
decently wide (26mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
does not posses selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f3.5)
61
environment proof
flash built-in
fairly wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
does not have selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm JX500 Landscape photography highlights
Panasonic TS1 Landscape photography highlights
33
decently wide (26mm)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
manual mode not available
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
35
fairly wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
environment proof
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm JX500 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic TS1 as a Vlogging camera
28
decently wide (26mm)
lighter than others (113g)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
does not posses selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external mic support
28
fairly wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not have selfie friendly display
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external mic port
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Fujifilm JX500 vs Panasonic TS1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm JX500 and Panasonic TS1
 Fujifilm FinePix JX500Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type Fujifilm FinePix JX500 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1
Other name - Lumix DMC-FT1
Category Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Introduced 2012-01-05 2009-01-27
Body design Compact Compact
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 area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4288 x 3216 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Highest enhanced ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points - 11
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-130mm (5.0x) 28-128mm (4.6x)
Largest aperture f/3.5-6.3 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing distance 10cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display technology TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 secs 60 secs
Max shutter speed 1/1400 secs 1/1300 secs
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames per second 2.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 4.50 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
AEB
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) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG AVCHD Lite
Mic jack
Headphone jack
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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 113 grams (0.25 pounds) 189 grams (0.42 pounds)
Dimensions 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" 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) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Price at release $90 $380