Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic TS1
67 Imaging
36 Features
57 Overall
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93 Imaging
34 Features
24 Overall
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Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic TS1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 528g - 124 x 82 x 92mm
- Revealed April 2012
(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
- Launched January 2009
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT1
- Newer Model is Panasonic TS2
Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic TS1 Overview
On this page, we are looking at the Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic TS1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof and both of them are offered by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FZ150 (12MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe FZ150 was released 3 years after the TS1 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic TS1 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short view of how the FZ150 scores vs the TS1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic TS1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ150 Gallery & Panasonic TS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ150 over the Panasonic TS1
FZ150 | TS1 | |||
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Launched | April 2012 | January 2009 | More modern by 39 months | |
Manual focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Panasonic FZ150
TS1 | FZ150 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FZ150 and Panasonic TS1
FZ150 | TS1 | |||
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Touch friendly display | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic TS1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ150 has outside dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS1 has measurements of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic TS1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the FZ150 versus the TS1.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the FZ150 and TS1 is 67 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic TS1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading through a spec sheet. The picture below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ150 and TS1.
As you can see, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures though you will need to consider the age of the products into consideration. The newer FZ150 should have an edge in sensor tech.
Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic TS1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FT1 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2012-04-11 | 2009-01-27 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 12.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.50 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, 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 | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 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 format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG | 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 | 528 gr (1.16 lb) | 189 gr (0.42 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 82 x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 40 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 19.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.9 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 132 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 pictures | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $499 | $380 |