Fujifilm S1500 vs Panasonic FZ300
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Fujifilm S1500 vs Panasonic FZ300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-396mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 345g - 103 x 73 x 68mm
- Launched February 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/16000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8) lens
- 691g - 132 x 92 x 117mm
- Released July 2015
- Succeeded the Panasonic FZ200
Fujifilm S1500 vs Panasonic FZ300 Overview
The following is a extensive analysis of the Fujifilm S1500 vs Panasonic FZ300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S1500 (10MP) and the FZ300 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm S1500 was unveiled 7 years before the FZ300 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm S1500 matches up against the FZ300 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Fujifilm S1500 vs Panasonic FZ300 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S1500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm S1500 Gallery and Panasonic FZ300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S1500 over the Panasonic FZ300
Fujifilm S1500 | FZ300 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ300 over the Fujifilm S1500
FZ300 | Fujifilm S1500 | |||
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Released | July 2015 | February 2009 | Newer by 78 months | |
Focus manually | More accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Crisper display (+810k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm S1500 and Panasonic FZ300
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Fujifilm S1500 vs Panasonic FZ300 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S1500 comes with physical measurements of 103mm x 73mm x 68mm (4.1" x 2.9" x 2.7") having a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ300 has sizing of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") with a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm S1500 vs Panasonic FZ300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm S1500 compared to the FZ300.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S1500 and FZ300 is 82 and 59 respectively.
Fujifilm S1500 vs Panasonic FZ300 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing technical specs. The pic underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S1500 and FZ300.
As you can tell, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic FZ300 to offer greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S1500 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm S1500 vs Panasonic FZ300 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S1500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S1500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-02-17 | 2015-07-16 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 33-396mm (12.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/2.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/16000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | 12.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.70 m (Auto ISO) | 8.80 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, forced on, forced on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, forced off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 345g (0.76 lbs) | 691g (1.52 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 73 x 68mm (4.1" x 2.9" x 2.7") | 132 x 92 x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | - | 380 shots |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $200 | $598 |