Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic TS1
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Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic TS1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 142g - 100 x 55 x 21mm
- Released January 2011
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FX77
(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
- Released January 2009
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT1
- Updated by Panasonic TS2
Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic TS1 Overview
Here is a extensive comparison of the Panasonic FX78 versus Panasonic TS1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FX78 (12MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe FX78 was brought out 2 years later than the TS1 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the FX78 scores against the TS1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic TS1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FX78 Gallery and Panasonic TS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX78 over the Panasonic TS1
FX78 | TS1 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | January 2009 | Fresher by 25 months | |
Display dimensions | 3.5" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Panasonic FX78
TS1 | FX78 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FX78 and Panasonic TS1
FX78 | TS1 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic TS1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FX78 has outside measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS1 has specifications of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic FX78 versus Panasonic TS1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the FX78 compared to the TS1.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FX78 and TS1 is 95 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic TS1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specs. The visual here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FX78 and TS1.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photographs however you should always consider the release date of the products into consideration. The younger FX78 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic TS1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-FX77 | Lumix DMC-FT1 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2011-01-25 | 2009-01-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine FHD | - |
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 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.5-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 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 | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 142 grams (0.31 lb) | 189 grams (0.42 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | ||
Battery life | 200 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $210 | $380 |