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Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic TS1

Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
14
Overall
26
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 front
Portability
93
Imaging
34
Features
24
Overall
30

Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic TS1 Key Specs

Panasonic FS12
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 31-124mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 129g - 97 x 55 x 22mm
  • Introduced April 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
  • Introduced January 2009
  • Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FT1
  • Renewed by Panasonic TS2
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Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic TS1 Overview

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic TS1, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Waterproof and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FS12 (12MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is very well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FS12 was unveiled 3 months after the TS1 so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FS12 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic TS1 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple view of how the FS12 matches up vs the TS1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic FS12 over the Panasonic TS1

 FS12 TS1 

Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Panasonic FS12

 TS1 FS12 

Common features in the Panasonic FS12 and Panasonic TS1

 FS12 TS1 
IntroducedApril 2009January 2009Similar age
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimension2.7"2.7"Identical display dimensions
Display resolution230k230kSame display resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch display Lacking Touch display

Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic TS1 Physical Comparison

For those who are going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS12 enjoys exterior dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS1 has dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic TS1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the FS12 versus the TS1.

Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic TS1 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FS12 and TS1 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic TS1 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic TS1 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions only by checking specifications. The image here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FS12 and TS1.

To sum up, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of files although you should always consider the age of the products into consideration.

Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic TS1 sensor size comparison

Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic FS12 Portrait photography factors
Panasonic TS1 Portrait photography factors
20
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
20
lack of manual focus
lack of manual mode
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Panasonic FS12 Street photography advice
Panasonic TS1 Street photography advice
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
61
built in image stabilization (Optical)
environment proof
screen is fixed
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic FS12 Sports photography advice
Panasonic TS1 Sports photography advice
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
slow fps (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority
low megapixels (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
29
built in image stabilization (Optical)
environment proof
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,300 seconds)
very slow continuous shooting (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
megapixel count low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic FS12 Travel photography features
Panasonic TS1 Travel photography features
51
built-in flash
does not have Timelapse mode
low megapixels (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (31mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
61
environment proof
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
no Timelapse mode
megapixel count low (12MP)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic FS12 Landscape photography info
Panasonic TS1 Landscape photography info
27
has image stabilization (Optical)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (31mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
manual exposure not available
low megapixels (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
does not have Timelapse mode
35
really wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
environment proof
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7 inch)
lack of manual mode
megapixel count low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
no Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Panasonic FS12
Vlogging with Panasonic TS1
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (31mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
video res low (640 x 480 pxls)
does not have microphone support
28
really wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
no microphone port
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Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic TS1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic FS12 and Panasonic TS1
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1
General Information
Manufacturer Panasonic Panasonic
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1
Other name - Lumix DMC-FT1
Type Ultracompact Waterproof
Introduced 2009-04-17 2009-01-27
Body design Ultracompact Compact
Sensor Information
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 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 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 1600 6400
Max boosted ISO 6400 -
Minimum native ISO 80 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 31-124mm (4.0x) 28-128mm (4.6x)
Maximum aperture f/2.8-5.9 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus range 5cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 60 seconds 60 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1300 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 2.0 frames per sec 2.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 6.30 m -
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 848 x 480 (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)
Max video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG AVCHD Lite
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 129 gr (0.28 lbs) 189 gr (0.42 lbs)
Dimensions 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at launch $228 $380