Fujifilm XQ1 vs Panasonic FS12
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Fujifilm XQ1 vs Panasonic FS12 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 206g - 100 x 59 x 33mm
- Introduced November 2013
- Newer Model is Fujifilm XQ2
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-124mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 129g - 97 x 55 x 22mm
- Revealed April 2009
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Below is a extended assessment of the Fujifilm XQ1 vs Panasonic FS12, both Ultracompact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XQ1 (12MP) and the FS12 (12MP) is relatively close but the Fujifilm XQ1 (2/3") and FS12 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor measurements.
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm XQ1 was announced 4 years later than the FS12 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm XQ1 grades versus the FS12 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XQ1 over the Panasonic FS12
| Fujifilm XQ1 | FS12 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | November 2013 |  | April 2009 | More recent by 57 months |
| Focus manually |  | More accurate focus | ||
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS12 over the Fujifilm XQ1
| FS12 | Fujifilm XQ1 |
|---|
Common features in the Fujifilm XQ1 and Panasonic FS12
| Fujifilm XQ1 | FS12 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Lack of Touch screen |
Fujifilm XQ1 vs Panasonic FS12 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XQ1 features exterior dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Panasonic FS12 has dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm XQ1 vs Panasonic FS12 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm XQ1 and the FS12.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XQ1 and FS12 is 92 and 95 respectively.
Fujifilm XQ1 vs Panasonic FS12 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements simply by looking through specifications. The graphic here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XQ1 and FS12.
Plainly, the 2 cameras provide the same MP albeit not the same sensor measurements. The Fujifilm XQ1 comes with the bigger sensor which will make obtaining shallow depth of field less difficult. The fresher Fujifilm XQ1 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm XQ1 vs Panasonic FS12 Specifications
| Fujifilm XQ1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model type | Fujifilm XQ1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 |
| Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Introduced | 2013-11-26 | 2009-04-17 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CCD |
| Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 58.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
| Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 31-124mm (4.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
| Macro focusing range | 3cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 4.1 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Display resolution | 920k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 12.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 7.40 m (at Auto ISO) | 6.30 m |
| Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow syncho | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 206 grams (0.45 lb) | 129 grams (0.28 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 100 x 59 x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 life | 240 pictures | - |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | NP-48 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Retail pricing | $500 | $228 |