Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic ZS1

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic ZS1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (16MP) and ZS1 (10MP) and the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (1/2") and ZS1 (1/2.5") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm Z1000EXR was launched 2 years later than the ZS1 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm Z1000EXR scores vs the ZS1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Z1000EXR Gallery and Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm Z1000EXR enjoys outside dimensions of 102mm x 60mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.7") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS1 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic ZS1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs the ZS1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and ZS1 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and ZS1.

To sum up, both the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm Z1000EXR featuring a larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm Z1000EXR will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images far more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm Z1000EXR will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.