Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic TS1
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93 Imaging
34 Features
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Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic TS1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 167g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FX550
(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
- Announced January 2009
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT1
- Successor is Panasonic TS2

Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic TS1 Overview
Below, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic TS1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof and both are created by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FX580 (12MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The FX580 was brought out within a month of the TS1 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the FX580 grades against the TS1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic TS1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FX580 Gallery & Panasonic TS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX580 over the Panasonic TS1
FX580 | TS1 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Panasonic FX580
TS1 | FX580 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FX580 and Panasonic TS1
FX580 | TS1 | |||
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Announced | January 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Same age |
Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic TS1 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FX580 comes with outside dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst 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).
Check out the Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic TS1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the FX580 against the TS1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FX580 and TS1 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic TS1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out specifications. The visual underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FX580 and TS1.
Plainly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of images however you may want to take the age of the cameras into account.

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Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic TS1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FX550 | Lumix DMC-FT1 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2009-01-27 | 2009-01-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 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 | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 167 grams (0.37 pounds) | 189 grams (0.42 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" 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 feature | ||
Storage type | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $499 | $380 |