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Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic TS1

Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
20
Overall
28
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 front
Portability
93
Imaging
34
Features
24
Overall
30

Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic TS1 Key Specs

Panasonic FP8
(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
  • 151g - 96 x 60 x 20mm
  • Launched July 2009
Panasonic TS1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 189g - 98 x 63 x 23mm
  • Announced January 2009
  • Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT1
  • Later Model is Panasonic TS2
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Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic TS1 Overview

Below is a in depth review of the Panasonic FP8 versus Panasonic TS1, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Waterproof and both are designed by Panasonic. The resolution of the FP8 (12MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FP8 was launched 7 months later than the TS1 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic TS1 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the FP8 scores against the TS1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic FP8 over the Panasonic TS1

 FP8 TS1 
AnnouncedJuly 2009January 2009More recent by 7 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Panasonic FP8

 TS1 FP8 

Common features in the Panasonic FP8 and Panasonic TS1

 FP8 TS1 
Focus manually No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal display size
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch display Lacking Touch display

Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic TS1 Physical Comparison

If you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP8 offers exterior dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic TS1 has proportions of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FP8 versus Panasonic TS1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the FP8 versus the TS1.

Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic TS1 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FP8 and TS1 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic TS1 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic TS1 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it's tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements just by reviewing technical specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP8 and TS1.

As you can tell, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution so you should expect similar quality of photographs though you will need to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent FP8 will have an advantage in sensor technology.

Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic TS1 sensor size comparison

Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic FP8 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic TS1 as a Portrait photography camera
20
no manual focus
manual mode not available
no external flash support
MP count low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
20
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Panasonic FP8 Street photography factors
Panasonic TS1 Street photography factors
55
image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
more heavy than competition (151 grams)
61
built in image stabilization (Optical)
environment proof
no moving screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic FP8 Sports photography highlights
Panasonic TS1 Sports photography highlights
24
image stabilization (Optical)
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,300s)
slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
MP count low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
29
built in image stabilization (Optical)
environment proof
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,300s)
low frames per second (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic FP8 Travel photography information
Panasonic TS1 Travel photography information
56
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
missing Timelapse recording
more heavy than competition (151 grams)
MP count low (12MP)
does not have selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
61
environment proof
has built in flash
rather wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
low MP (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Panasonic FP8
Landscape photography with Panasonic TS1
32
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7")
manual mode not available
MP count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
missing Timelapse recording
35
rather wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
environment proof
focusing manually not possible
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7")
manual exposure not possible
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic FP8 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic TS1 as a Vlogging camera
28
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
does not have selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external microphone port
more heavy than competition (151 grams)
28
rather wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external mic port
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Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic TS1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic FP8 and Panasonic TS1
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1
General Information
Manufacturer Panasonic Panasonic
Model type Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1
Also referred to as - Lumix DMC-FT1
Type Ultracompact Waterproof
Launched 2009-07-27 2009-01-27
Body design Ultracompact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by Venus Engine V -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 6400 6400
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points 11 11
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-128mm (4.6x) 28-128mm (4.6x)
Largest aperture f/3.3-5.9 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing distance 5cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7" 2.7"
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 60s 60s
Fastest shutter speed 1/1300s 1/1300s
Continuous shutter speed 2.0 frames per sec 2.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 5.50 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 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
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
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 151 grams (0.33 lb) 189 grams (0.42 lb)
Physical dimensions 96 x 60 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Price at release $300 $380