Fujifilm X-S1 vs Panasonic ZS10

Lets look more in depth at the Fujifilm X-S1 versus Panasonic ZS10, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-S1 (12MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is very comparable but the Fujifilm X-S1 (2/3") and ZS10 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-S1 was revealed 11 months later than the ZS10 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS10 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm X-S1 matches up versus the ZS10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-S1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-S1 Gallery & Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-S1 has outside dimensions of 135mm x 107mm x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") and a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS10 has proportions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-S1 vs the ZS10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-S1 and ZS10 is 52 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing technical specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-S1 and ZS10.

As you have seen, both of those cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-S1 using its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic ZS10 will provide more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-S1 provides an edge in sensor technology.