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Fujifilm Z300 vs Panasonic FS12

Portability
95
Imaging
33
Features
21
Overall
28
Fujifilm FinePix Z300 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 front
Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
14
Overall
26

Fujifilm Z300 vs Panasonic FS12 Key Specs

Fujifilm Z300
(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
Panasonic FS12
(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
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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").

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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.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z300 over the Panasonic FS12

 Fujifilm Z300 FS12 
Display dimension3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Panasonic FS12 over the Fujifilm Z300

 FS12 Fujifilm Z300 

Common features in the Fujifilm Z300 and Panasonic FS12

 Fujifilm Z300 FS12 
ReleasedJune 2009April 2009Same age
Manual focus No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kIdentical 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Fujifilm Z300 vs Panasonic FS12 size comparison

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 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm Z300 vs Panasonic FS12 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm Z300 vs Panasonic FS12 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm Z300 Portrait photography information
Panasonic FS12 Portrait photography information
19
no manual focus
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
MP count low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
20
no manual focus
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
low MP (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm Z300
Street photography with Panasonic FS12
59
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
has focus via touch
screen does not articulate
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
more heavy than average (155 grams)
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm Z300 Sports photography information
Panasonic FS12 Sports photography information
23
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,000s)
slow fps (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
MP count low (10MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
slow frames per second (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
low MP (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm Z300 Travel photography highlights
Panasonic FS12 Travel photography highlights
54
has focus via touch
built-in flash
lack of Timelapse recording
more heavy than average (155g)
MP count low (10MP)
does not have selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (36mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
51
has built in flash
missing Timelapse function
low MP (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (31mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm Z300 Landscape photography advice
Panasonic FS12 Landscape photography advice
31
decent sized screen (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (36mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
no manual exposure
MP count low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
lack of Timelapse recording
27
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (31mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
no manual exposure
low MP (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
missing Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm Z300 Vlogging features
Panasonic FS12 Vlogging features
27
touch screen
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
wide angle not the best (36mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
does not have selfie friendly screen
video res low (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of microphone port
more heavy than average (155g)
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (31mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (640 x 480 pxls)
missing microphone socket
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Fujifilm Z300 vs Panasonic FS12 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm Z300 and Panasonic FS12
 Fujifilm FinePix Z300Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12
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