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Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic TS1

Portability
95
Imaging
33
Features
17
Overall
26
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 front
Portability
93
Imaging
34
Features
24
Overall
30

Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic TS1 Key Specs

Panasonic FS7
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 33-132mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 139g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
  • Released January 2009
Panasonic TS1
(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
  • Released January 2009
  • Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT1
  • Refreshed by Panasonic TS2
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Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic TS1 Overview

Here, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic TS1, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Waterproof and both are sold by Panasonic. The resolution of the FS7 (10MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the FS7 (1/2.5") and TS1 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor size.

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The FS7 was launched within a month of the TS1 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FS7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic TS1 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick overview of how the FS7 scores versus the TS1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic FS7 over the Panasonic TS1

 FS7 TS1 

Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Panasonic FS7

 TS1 FS7 

Common features in the Panasonic FS7 and Panasonic TS1

 FS7 TS1 
ReleasedJanuary 2009January 2009Same generation
Manual focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size2.7"2.7"Same screen size
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch screen Neither offers Touch screen

Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic TS1 Physical Comparison

When you are going to lug around your camera, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FS7 offers physical measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS1 has measurements of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the FS7 against the TS1.

Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic TS1 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the FS7 and TS1 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic TS1 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic TS1 Sensor Comparison

Generally, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements only by going through technical specs. The graphic below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FS7 and TS1.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The FS7 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Panasonic TS1 will provide extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively.

Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic TS1 sensor size comparison

Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic FS7 Portrait photography advice
Panasonic TS1 Portrait photography advice
19
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.5")
lacks RAW support
20
no manual focus
lack of manual mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Panasonic FS7 Street photography information
Panasonic TS1 Street photography information
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.5")
lacks RAW support
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
weather proofing
screen is fixed
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic FS7 Sports photography features
Panasonic TS1 Sports photography features
24
has image stabilization (Optical)
max frames per second low (3.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.5")
lacks phase detect auto focus
29
has image stabilization (Optical)
weather proofing
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,300 seconds)
low fps (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Panasonic FS7
Travel photography with Panasonic TS1
51
has built in flash
missing Time Lapse recording
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (33mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
61
weather proofing
built-in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic FS7 Landscape photography info
Panasonic TS1 Landscape photography info
27
has image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (33mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.7")
manual exposure not available
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.5")
lacks RAW support
missing Time Lapse recording
35
relatively wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
weather proofing
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
lack of manual mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic FS7 Vlogging information
Panasonic TS1 Vlogging information
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not great (33mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (640 x 480 resolution)
missing external mic port
28
relatively wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have external mic socket
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Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic TS1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic FS7 and Panasonic TS1
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1
General Information
Brand Panasonic Panasonic
Model type Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1
Also called - Lumix DMC-FT1
Class Ultracompact Waterproof
Released 2009-01-16 2009-01-27
Physical type Ultracompact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.5" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 5.744 x 4.308mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 24.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 3648 x 2736 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Maximum enhanced ISO 6400 -
Minimum native ISO 80 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points 9 11
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 33-132mm (4.0x) 28-128mm (4.6x)
Maximal aperture f/2.8-5.9 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing range 5cm 5cm
Crop factor 6.3 5.9
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7" 2.7"
Display resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 60 secs 60 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1300 secs
Continuous shutter rate 3.0 frames per second 2.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash options Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported 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)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG AVCHD Lite
Mic 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
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 139g (0.31 pounds) 189g (0.42 pounds)
Physical dimensions 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") 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
Storage type SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Price at release $160 $380