Panasonic GF1 vs Panasonic TS1
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Panasonic GF1 vs Panasonic TS1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 385g - 119 x 71 x 36mm
- Introduced October 2009
- Renewed by Panasonic GF2
(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
- Revealed January 2009
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT1
- Refreshed by Panasonic TS2
Panasonic GF1 vs Panasonic TS1 Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Panasonic GF1 vs Panasonic TS1, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof and they are both created by Panasonic. The resolution of the GF1 (12MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is relatively similar but the GF1 (Four Thirds) and TS1 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.
Photography GlossaryThe GF1 was unveiled 9 months later than the TS1 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS1 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the GF1 grades against the TS1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic GF1 vs Panasonic TS1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic GF1 Gallery & Panasonic TS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF1 over the Panasonic TS1
GF1 | TS1 | |||
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Revealed | October 2009 | January 2009 | Fresher by 9 months | |
Manually focus | Very exact focus | |||
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Panasonic GF1
TS1 | GF1 |
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Common features in the Panasonic GF1 and Panasonic TS1
GF1 | TS1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic GF1 vs Panasonic TS1 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GF1 has external dimensions of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS1 has measurements of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic GF1 vs Panasonic TS1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the GF1 compared to the TS1.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GF1 and TS1 is 85 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic GF1 vs Panasonic TS1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by reviewing specs. The photograph underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GF1 and TS1.
All in all, the 2 cameras come with the identical megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizing. The GF1 offers the bigger sensor which should make obtaining shallower DOF less difficult. The younger GF1 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic GF1 vs Panasonic TS1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FT1 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2009-10-14 | 2009-01-27 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine HD | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Number of lenses | 107 | - |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/160 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | AVCHD Lite | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 385 grams (0.85 lb) | 189 grams (0.42 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 119 x 71 x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") | 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 54 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.2 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 513 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC | SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $400 | $380 |