Panasonic FZ28 vs Panasonic ZS1
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Panasonic FZ28 vs Panasonic ZS1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 417g - 118 x 75 x 89mm
- Introduced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 229g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Launched May 2009
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-TZ6
Panasonic FZ28 vs Panasonic ZS1 Overview
Below is a comprehensive assessment of the Panasonic FZ28 versus Panasonic ZS1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are produced by Panasonic. The resolution of the FZ28 (10MP) and the ZS1 (10MP) is very close but the FZ28 (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") feature different sensor sizes.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe FZ28 was brought out 3 months earlier than the ZS1 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the FZ28 grades vs the ZS1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic FZ28 vs Panasonic ZS1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ28 Gallery and Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Panasonic ZS1
FZ28 | ZS1 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS1 over the Panasonic FZ28
ZS1 | FZ28 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FZ28 and Panasonic ZS1
FZ28 | ZS1 | |||
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Launched | January 2009 | May 2009 | Same generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 2.7" | 2.7" | Identical display dimensions | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither has Touch display |
Panasonic FZ28 vs Panasonic ZS1 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ28 has exterior measurements of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") with a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS1 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic FZ28 versus Panasonic ZS1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the FZ28 against the ZS1.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FZ28 and ZS1 is 72 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic FZ28 vs Panasonic ZS1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements only by looking through technical specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ28 and ZS1.
As you have seen, both of the cameras have got the exact same MP but different sensor measurements. The FZ28 has got the larger sensor which is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler.
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Panasonic FZ28 vs Panasonic ZS1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 |
Alternative name | - | Lumix DMC-TZ6 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2009-01-15 | 2009-05-14 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.5" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 5.744 x 4.308mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 24.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 27-486mm (18.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-4.4 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 6.3 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 8.50 m (Auto ISO) | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2) | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
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, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30fps, 320 x 240 @ 10fps | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | 417 gr (0.92 pounds) | 229 gr (0.50 pounds) |
Dimensions | 118 x 75 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 27 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 17.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 79 | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $599 | $0 |