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Panasonic FX75 vs Panasonic S1

Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
32
Overall
35
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 front
Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29

Panasonic FX75 vs Panasonic S1 Key Specs

Panasonic FX75
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.2-5.9) lens
  • 165g - 103 x 55 x 23mm
  • Revealed June 2010
  • Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FX70
Panasonic S1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-112mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 117g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
  • Released January 2011
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Panasonic FX75 vs Panasonic S1 Overview

In this write-up, we are matching up the Panasonic FX75 vs Panasonic S1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are produced by Panasonic. The resolution of the FX75 (14MP) and the S1 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FX75 was unveiled 7 months prior to the S1 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief overview of how the FX75 grades vs the S1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic FX75 over the Panasonic S1

 FX75 S1 
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Panasonic FX75

 S1 FX75 
ReleasedJanuary 2011June 2010Newer by 7 months

Common features in the Panasonic FX75 and Panasonic S1

 FX75 S1 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent display sizing
Display resolution230k230kIdentical display resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen

Panasonic FX75 vs Panasonic S1 Physical Comparison

If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FX75 enjoys external dimensions of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Panasonic S1 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the FX75 and the S1.

Panasonic FX75 vs Panasonic S1 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FX75 and S1 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Panasonic FX75 vs Panasonic S1 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic FX75 vs Panasonic S1 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specifications. The image underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX75 and S1.

Plainly, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic FX75 to give more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged FX75 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Panasonic FX75 vs Panasonic S1 sensor size comparison

Panasonic FX75 vs Panasonic S1 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic FX75 vs Panasonic S1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic FX75 Portrait photography factors
Panasonic S1 Portrait photography factors
28
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
manual focus not available
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
21
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Panasonic FX75
Street photography with Panasonic S1
62
built in image stabilization (Optical)
has focus via touch
no articulating screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
63
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (117g)
no articulating screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Panasonic FX75
Sports photography with Panasonic S1
39
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
provides tracking focus
max fps very slow (2.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
27
has image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic FX75 Travel photography highlights
Panasonic S1 Travel photography highlights
67
has focus via touch
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
built-in flash
pretty wide (24mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
does not have a selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.2)
62
lighter than others (117g)
has built in flash
rather wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic FX75 Landscape photography details
Panasonic S1 Landscape photography details
37
pretty wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.2)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
lack of manual mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse mode
32
rather wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
small screen (2.7")
manual exposure not available
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic FX75 Vlogging advice
Panasonic S1 Vlogging advice
31
pretty wide (24mm)
touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.2)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have microphone socket
31
rather wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (117g)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have mic jack
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Panasonic FX75 vs Panasonic S1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic FX75 and Panasonic S1
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1
General Information
Manufacturer Panasonic Panasonic
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1
Alternative name Lumix DMC-FX70 -
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2010-06-01 2011-01-05
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Venus Engine HD II Venus Engine IV
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 14 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 6400 6400
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
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 mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-120mm (5.0x) 28-112mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.2-5.9 f/3.1-5.6
Macro focus distance 3cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen technology - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 60s 8s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1600s
Continuous shutter speed 2.0 frames per sec -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 7.40 m 3.30 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction
External flash
AEB
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 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
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 165g (0.36 pounds) 117g (0.26 pounds)
Dimensions 103 x 55 x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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
Battery life - 240 photos
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Pricing at release $139 $269