Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic TS1
96 Imaging
33 Features
13 Overall
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93 Imaging
34 Features
24 Overall
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic TS1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 110g - 91 x 59 x 21mm
- Launched February 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 189g - 98 x 63 x 23mm
- Released January 2009
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT1
- Updated by Panasonic TS2

Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic TS1 Overview
Below is a in depth assessment of the Fujifilm Z30 versus Panasonic TS1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm Z30 was released within a month of the TS1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm Z30 matches up against the TS1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic TS1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix Z30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm Z30 Gallery and Panasonic TS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z30 over the Panasonic TS1
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Fujifilm Z30
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Common features in the Fujifilm Z30 and Panasonic TS1
Fujifilm Z30 | TS1 | |||
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Released | February 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Same generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal display measurements |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic TS1 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to lug around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm Z30 enjoys physical dimensions of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Panasonic TS1 has specifications of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm Z30 versus Panasonic TS1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm Z30 and the TS1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z30 and TS1 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic TS1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by checking out specifications. The graphic below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm Z30 and TS1.
To sum up, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic TS1 to show greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images a bit more aggressively.

Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic TS1 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix Z30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT1 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-02-17 | 2009-01-27 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 8cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 3s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | 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 | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 110g (0.24 lbs) | 189g (0.42 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 91 x 59 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
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 model | NP-45 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $150 | $380 |