Fujifilm X20 vs Panasonic ZS1
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Fujifilm X20 vs Panasonic ZS1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 353g - 117 x 70 x 57mm
- Released April 2013
- Superseded the Fujifilm X10
- Replacement is Fujifilm X30
(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
- Revealed May 2009
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ6
Fujifilm X20 vs Panasonic ZS1 Overview
Lets look a little more in depth at the Fujifilm X20 versus Panasonic ZS1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm X20 (12MP) and the ZS1 (10MP) is fairly comparable but the Fujifilm X20 (2/3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") have totally different sensor size.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe Fujifilm X20 was announced 4 years after the ZS1 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the Fujifilm X20 matches up vs the ZS1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Fujifilm X20 vs Panasonic ZS1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X20 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X20 Gallery & Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X20 over the Panasonic ZS1
Fujifilm X20 | ZS1 | |||
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Revealed | April 2013 | May 2009 | More modern by 49 months | |
Focus manually | Very precise focus | |||
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 X20
ZS1 | Fujifilm X20 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X20 and Panasonic ZS1
Fujifilm X20 | ZS1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lack of Touch display |
Fujifilm X20 vs Panasonic ZS1 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X20 features outside measurements of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") having a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS1 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm X20 versus Panasonic ZS1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X20 compared to the ZS1.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X20 and ZS1 is 83 and 91 respectively.
Fujifilm X20 vs Panasonic ZS1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's hard to see the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing technical specs. The picture here should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X20 and ZS1.
As you can tell, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X20 with its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Fujifilm X20 will produce greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X20 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm X20 vs Panasonic ZS1 Specifications
Fujifilm X20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm X20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-TZ6 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-04-29 | 2009-05-14 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXR Processor II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CCD |
Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.5" |
Sensor measurements | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 5.744 x 4.308mm |
Sensor surface area | 58.1mm² | 24.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-2.8 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.1 | 6.3 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.8 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 85 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 12.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/1000 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 353 grams (0.78 lbs) | 229 grams (0.50 lbs) |
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 Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 photographs | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-50 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $500 | $0 |