Fujifilm JX500 vs Panasonic TS1
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93 Imaging
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Fujifilm JX500 vs Panasonic TS1 Key Specs
(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
(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
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").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 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.
Fujifilm JX500 vs Panasonic TS1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix JX500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm JX500 Gallery and Panasonic TS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX500 over the Panasonic TS1
Fujifilm JX500 | TS1 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | January 2009 | Fresher by 36 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Fujifilm JX500
TS1 | Fujifilm JX500 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm JX500 and Panasonic TS1
Fujifilm JX500 | TS1 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent display size | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The 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.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.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JX500 and TS1 is 95 and 93 respectively.
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.
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Fujifilm JX500 vs Panasonic TS1 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix JX500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | |
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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 |