Fujifilm Z300 vs Panasonic FS12
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Fujifilm Z300 vs Panasonic FS12 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-180mm (F3.9-6.4) lens
- 155g - 92 x 57 x 19mm
- Released June 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-124mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 129g - 97 x 55 x 22mm
- Released April 2009

Fujifilm Z300 vs Panasonic FS12 Overview
Here is a in depth comparison of the Fujifilm Z300 and Panasonic FS12, both Ultracompact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm Z300 (10MP) and the FS12 (12MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm Z300 was unveiled 2 months later than the FS12 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the Fujifilm Z300 grades against the FS12 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm Z300 vs Panasonic FS12 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix Z300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm Z300 Gallery & Panasonic FS12 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z300 over the Panasonic FS12
Fujifilm Z300 | FS12 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS12 over the Fujifilm Z300
FS12 | Fujifilm Z300 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm Z300 and Panasonic FS12
Fujifilm Z300 | FS12 | |||
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Released | June 2009 | ![]() | April 2009 | Same age |
Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Fujifilm Z300 vs Panasonic FS12 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm Z300 features exterior dimensions of 92mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Panasonic FS12 has proportions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm Z300 and Panasonic FS12 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm Z300 against the FS12.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z300 and FS12 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm Z300 vs Panasonic FS12 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing only by going through specifications. The graphic underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Z300 and FS12.
To sum up, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic FS12 to show greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images somewhat more aggressively.

Fujifilm Z300 vs Panasonic FS12 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm Z300 vs Panasonic FS12 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix Z300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2009-06-12 | 2009-04-17 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-180mm (5.0x) | 31-124mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-6.4 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 9cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 6.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 | 155g (0.34 pounds) | 129g (0.28 pounds) |
Dimensions | 92 x 57 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" 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 ID | NP-45 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple Timer, Group Timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $0 | $228 |