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Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic ZS1

Portability
96
Imaging
33
Features
13
Overall
25
Fujifilm FinePix Z30 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 front
Portability
91
Imaging
33
Features
25
Overall
29

Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic ZS1 Key Specs

Fujifilm Z30
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
  • 110g - 91 x 59 x 21mm
  • Announced February 2009
Panasonic ZS1
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
  • 229g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
  • Announced May 2009
  • Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ6
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic ZS1 Overview

Let's take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm Z30 versus Panasonic ZS1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) and the ZS1 (10MP) is very well matched but the Fujifilm Z30 (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") come with different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm Z30 was announced 2 months before the ZS1 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summary of how the Fujifilm Z30 scores versus the ZS1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z30 over the Panasonic ZS1

 Fujifilm Z30 ZS1 

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS1 over the Fujifilm Z30

 ZS1 Fujifilm Z30 

Common features in the Fujifilm Z30 and Panasonic ZS1

 Fujifilm Z30 ZS1 
AnnouncedFebruary 2009May 2009Similar generation
Manual focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent display measurement
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch display Lack of Touch display

Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic ZS1 Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm Z30 features outer dimensions of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS1 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm Z30 versus Panasonic ZS1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm Z30 against the ZS1.

Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic ZS1 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Z30 and ZS1 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic ZS1 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic ZS1 Sensor Comparison

Often, it's difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions just by looking at specifications. The image here might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Z30 and ZS1.

Plainly, both cameras enjoy the same exact MP but different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm Z30 comes with the larger sensor which is going to make getting shallower DOF easier.

Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic ZS1 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic ZS1 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic ZS1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic ZS1 as a Portrait photography camera
19
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (10MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
25
provides face detect autofocus
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.5")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm Z30
Street photography with Panasonic ZS1
55
lighter than average (110g)
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
60
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (229g)
fixed screen
sensor size is small (1/2.5")
has no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm Z30
Sports photography with Panasonic ZS1
16
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,000 seconds)
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
24
image stabilization (Optical)
very slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.5")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 Travel photography details
Panasonic ZS1 Travel photography details
56
lighter than average (110 grams)
flash built-in
doesn't have Timelapse function
sensor resolution low (10MP)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
63
lighter than competition in class (229g)
flash built-in
reasonably wide (25mm)
great reach (300mm)
lack of Time Lapse recording
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm Z30
Landscape photography with Panasonic ZS1
22
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
small screen (2.7")
manual exposure not available
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse function
31
reasonably wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7 inch)
no manual mode
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.5")
has no RAW files
lack of Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm Z30
Vlogging with Panasonic ZS1
25
lighter than average (110 grams)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (640 x 480 resolution)
doesn't have external microphone jack
31
reasonably wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detect autofocus
lighter than competition in class (229 grams)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
low res video (640 x 480 pixels)
lack of mic jack
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic ZS1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm Z30 and Panasonic ZS1
 Fujifilm FinePix Z30Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type Fujifilm FinePix Z30 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1
Also called - Lumix DMC-TZ6
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2009-02-17 2009-05-14
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.5"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 5.744 x 4.308mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 24.7mm²
Sensor resolution 10MP 10MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Full resolution 3648 x 2736 3648 x 2736
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Lowest native ISO 64 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points - 11
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-105mm (3.0x) 25-300mm (12.0x)
Max aperture f/3.7-4.2 f/3.3-4.9
Macro focusing range 8cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 6.3
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 3 secs 60 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/1000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 1.0fps 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.10 m 5.30 m (Auto ISO)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic 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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 110 gr (0.24 lbs) 229 gr (0.50 lbs)
Dimensions 91 x 59 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 ID NP-45 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at launch $150 $0