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Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic ZS1

Portability
92
Imaging
37
Features
33
Overall
35
Fujifilm FinePix XP150 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 front
Portability
91
Imaging
32
Features
25
Overall
29

Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic ZS1 Key Specs

Fujifilm XP150
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
  • 205g - 103 x 71 x 27mm
  • Announced January 2012
Panasonic ZS1
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
  • 229g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
  • Launched May 2009
  • Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ6
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Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic ZS1 Overview

On this page, we will be comparing the Fujifilm XP150 versus Panasonic ZS1, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm XP150 (14MP) and ZS1 (10MP) and the Fujifilm XP150 (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") boast different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm XP150 was brought out 2 years later than the ZS1 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm XP150 grades versus the ZS1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP150 over the Panasonic ZS1

 Fujifilm XP150 ZS1 
LaunchedJanuary 2012May 2009More recent by 33 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS1 over the Fujifilm XP150

 ZS1 Fujifilm XP150 

Common features in the Fujifilm XP150 and Panasonic ZS1

 Fujifilm XP150 ZS1 
Manually focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen dimensions
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch screen Lack of Touch screen

Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic ZS1 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP150 features exterior measurements of 103mm x 71mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS1 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm XP150 versus Panasonic ZS1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm XP150 versus the ZS1.

Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic ZS1 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP150 and ZS1 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic ZS1 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic ZS1 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, its difficult to visualize the difference in sensor measurements purely by going through technical specs. The photograph here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP150 and ZS1.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm XP150 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh simpler and the Fujifilm XP150 will produce greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm XP150 provides an edge in sensor tech.

Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic ZS1 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic ZS1 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic ZS1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm XP150
Portrait photography with Panasonic ZS1
28
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
24
features face detection focus
no manual focus
manual mode not available
can't use external flash
low resolution sensor (10MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.5")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm XP150 Street photography highlights
Panasonic ZS1 Street photography highlights
61
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proofing
no articulating screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
60
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average (229g)
fixed screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.5")
doesn't have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm XP150 Sports photography details
Panasonic ZS1 Sports photography details
43
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
provides tracking autofocus
environment proofing
slow fps (3.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
24
image stabilization (Optical)
max fps very slow (3.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.5")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm XP150 as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic ZS1 as a Travel photography camera
67
environment proofing
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
rather wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
62
lighter than average (229g)
flash built-in
rather wide (25mm)
long zoom (300mm)
no Timelapse function
low resolution sensor (10MP)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm XP150 Landscape photography advice
Panasonic ZS1 Landscape photography advice
40
rather wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
environment proofing
focusing manually not possible
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
lack of manual exposure
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
lack of Time Lapse mode
30
rather wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
manual mode not available
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.5")
doesn't have RAW format
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm XP150 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic ZS1 as a Vlogging camera
32
rather wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of external mic support
31
rather wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
features face detection focus
lighter than average (229g)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
video res low (640 x 480 pxls)
no external microphone socket
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Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic ZS1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP150 and Panasonic ZS1
 Fujifilm FinePix XP150Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1
General Information
Company FujiFilm Panasonic
Model Fujifilm FinePix XP150 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1
Also Known as - Lumix DMC-TZ6
Category Waterproof Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2012-01-05 2009-05-14
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.5"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 5.744 x 4.308mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 24.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 10MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3072 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 3200 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Number of focus points - 11
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 25-300mm (12.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/3.3-4.9
Macro focus range 9cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 6.3
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen tech TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 secs 60 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 3.0 frames per second 3.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.10 m 5.30 m (Auto ISO)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 640x480
Video data format H.264, 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 BuiltIn None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 205g (0.45 pounds) 229g (0.50 pounds)
Physical dimensions 103 x 71 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 1.1") 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 300 shots -
Form of battery Battery Pack -
Battery model NP-50A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat), Couple, Portrait) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/ SDHC/ SDXC SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots One One
Cost at launch $260 $0