Fujifilm X10 vs Panasonic ZS1
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Fujifilm X10 vs Panasonic ZS1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 350g - 117 x 70 x 57mm
- Announced July 2012
- Successor is Fujifilm X20
(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
- Released May 2009
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ6

Fujifilm X10 vs Panasonic ZS1 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Fujifilm X10 versus Panasonic ZS1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm X10 (12MP) and the ZS1 (10MP) is fairly similar but the Fujifilm X10 (2/3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") posses totally different sensor sizes.

The Fujifilm X10 was released 3 years later than the ZS1 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm X10 matches up vs the ZS1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X10 vs Panasonic ZS1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X10 Gallery & Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X10 over the Panasonic ZS1
Fujifilm X10 | ZS1 | |||
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Released | July 2012 | ![]() | May 2009 | Fresher by 39 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Display size | 2.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.1") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS1 over the Fujifilm X10
ZS1 | Fujifilm X10 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X10 and Panasonic ZS1
Fujifilm X10 | ZS1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm X10 vs Panasonic ZS1 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X10 enjoys exterior measurements of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS1 has sizing of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm X10 versus Panasonic ZS1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X10 compared to the ZS1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X10 and ZS1 is 83 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm X10 vs Panasonic ZS1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to see the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specs. The photograph here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X10 and ZS1.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X10 due to its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Fujifilm X10 will offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X10 will have an edge in sensor technology.

Fujifilm X10 vs Panasonic ZS1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X10 vs Panasonic ZS1 Specifications
Fujifilm X10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm X10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 |
Other name | - | Lumix DMC-TZ6 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-07-11 | 2009-05-14 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS I | CCD |
Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.5" |
Sensor dimensions | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 5.744 x 4.308mm |
Sensor surface area | 58.1mm² | 24.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.0-2.8 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 4.1 | 6.3 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.8 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 85 percent | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 9.00 m | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/1000 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (70, 30 fps), 320 x 240 (120 fps), 320 x 112 (200 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 350 grams (0.77 lb) | 229 grams (0.50 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 70 x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 50 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 245 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 photos | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-50 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $600 | $0 |