Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic ZR1

Below is a complete review of the Panasonic FS12 versus Panasonic ZR1, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are built by Panasonic. The resolution of the FS12 (12MP) and the ZR1 (12MP) is fairly similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FS12 was released 3 months before the ZR1 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS12 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZR1 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the FS12 matches up against the ZR1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FS12 Gallery and Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS12 enjoys outer measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic ZR1 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FS12 versus Panasonic ZR1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the FS12 versus the ZR1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FS12 and ZR1 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading technical specs. The photograph here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FS12 and ZR1.

As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of images though you have to factor the production date of the products into consideration.