Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic FX580
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Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic FX580 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 157g - 102 x 60 x 18mm
- Introduced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 167g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FX550

Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic FX580 Overview
Let's examine more in depth at the Fujifilm Z1000EXR versus Panasonic FX580, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (16MP) and FX580 (12MP) and the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (1/2") and FX580 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

The Fujifilm Z1000EXR was launched 2 years after the FX580 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm Z1000EXR scores versus the FX580 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic FX580 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Z1000EXR Gallery and Panasonic FX580 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z1000EXR over the Panasonic FX580
Fujifilm Z1000EXR | FX580 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 36 months |
Screen sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX580 over the Fujifilm Z1000EXR
FX580 | Fujifilm Z1000EXR |
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Common features in the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and Panasonic FX580
Fujifilm Z1000EXR | FX580 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic FX580 Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm Z1000EXR comes with external dimensions of 102mm x 60mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Panasonic FX580 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm Z1000EXR versus Panasonic FX580 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR compared to the FX580.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and FX580 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic FX580 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by seeing a spec sheet. The picture below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and FX580.
Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm Z1000EXR featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm Z1000EXR will provide more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm Z1000EXR will have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic FX580 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic FX580 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 |
Alternative name | - | Lumix DMC-FX550 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-01-05 | 2009-01-27 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 30.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 9cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.6 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.5 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.70 m (Wide: 30 cm–3.0 m / Tele: 1.0m–2.1 m) | 6.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | 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 | 157 grams (0.35 lb) | 167 grams (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 102 x 60 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.7") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" 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 life | 220 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat), Couple, Portrait) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $0 | $499 |