Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic XS1
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Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic XS1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 157g - 102 x 60 x 18mm
- Announced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 103g - 94 x 54 x 14mm
- Revealed January 2013

Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic XS1 Overview
In this article, we are reviewing the Fujifilm Z1000EXR versus Panasonic XS1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (16MP) and the XS1 (16MP) is very comparable but the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (1/2") and XS1 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.

The Fujifilm Z1000EXR was manufactured 12 months before the XS1 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a full comparison, below is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm Z1000EXR scores vs the XS1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic XS1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm Z1000EXR Gallery and Panasonic XS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z1000EXR over the Panasonic XS1
Fujifilm Z1000EXR | XS1 | |||
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Display sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic XS1 over the Fujifilm Z1000EXR
XS1 | Fujifilm Z1000EXR | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | More recent by 12 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and Panasonic XS1
Fujifilm Z1000EXR | XS1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic XS1 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm Z1000EXR has got external measurements of 102mm x 60mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Panasonic XS1 has specifications of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") along with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm Z1000EXR versus Panasonic XS1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR compared to the XS1.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and XS1 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic XS1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements just by going through technical specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and XS1.
As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact resolution but not the same sensor measurements. The Fujifilm Z1000EXR provides the larger sensor which is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult. The older Fujifilm Z1000EXR will be behind in sensor tech.

Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic XS1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic XS1 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-01-05 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 30.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focusing range | 9cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.6 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.70 m (Wide: 30 cm–3.0 m / Tele: 1.0m–2.1 m) | 4.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 157 grams (0.35 pounds) | 103 grams (0.23 pounds) |
Dimensions | 102 x 60 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.7") | 94 x 54 x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") |
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 pictures | 260 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | 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 type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $0 | $130 |