Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic TS1
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Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic TS1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 147g - 101 x 59 x 18mm
- Launched January 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 189g - 98 x 63 x 23mm
- Revealed January 2009
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT1
- New Model is Panasonic TS2

Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic TS1 Overview
The following is a extended comparison of the Panasonic FP7 and Panasonic TS1, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Waterproof and they are both created by Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the FP7 (16MP) and TS1 (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The FP7 was introduced 24 months after the TS1 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic TS1 being a Compact camera.
Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief summation of how the FP7 matches up vs the TS1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic TS1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FP7 Gallery and Panasonic TS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP7 over the Panasonic TS1
FP7 | TS1 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 24 months |
Screen size | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Panasonic FP7
TS1 | FP7 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FP7 and Panasonic TS1
FP7 | TS1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic TS1 Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FP7 offers outer measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Panasonic TS1 has specifications of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic FP7 and Panasonic TS1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the FP7 and the TS1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP7 and TS1 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic TS1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading specs. The image here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FP7 and TS1.
All in all, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Panasonic FP7 to offer extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more recent FP7 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic TS1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FT1 |
Class | Ultracompact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2009-01-27 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.5" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT Touch Screen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.90 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 147g (0.32 lb) | 189g (0.42 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" 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 photographs | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $227 | $380 |