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Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic ZS10

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29
Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 front
Portability
91
Imaging
37
Features
46
Overall
40

Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic ZS10 Key Specs

Panasonic S1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • 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
Panasonic ZS10
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 219g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
  • Launched January 2011
  • Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22
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Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic ZS10 Overview

On this page, we are evaluating the Panasonic S1 versus Panasonic ZS10, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the S1 (12MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The S1 was introduced very close to the ZS10 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the S1 matches up vs the ZS10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Panasonic ZS10

 S1 ZS10 

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS10 over the Panasonic S1

 ZS10 S1 
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kClearer display (+230k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Panasonic S1 and Panasonic ZS10

 S1 ZS10 
LaunchedJanuary 2011January 2011Similar age
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen

Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic ZS10 Physical Comparison

For those who are planning to travel with your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S1 offers exterior dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS10 has proportions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic S1 versus Panasonic ZS10 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the S1 against the ZS10.

Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic ZS10 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S1 and ZS10 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic ZS10 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic ZS10 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be hard to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions merely by going over specs. The picture here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S1 and ZS10.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS10 to offer extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively.

Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic ZS10 sensor size comparison

Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic ZS10 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic ZS10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic S1 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic ZS10 as a Portrait photography camera
21
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
30
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
external flash not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Panasonic S1 Street photography factors
Panasonic ZS10 Street photography factors
63
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (117 grams)
no moving screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
65
image stabilization (Optical)
provides focus via touch
lighter than average (219 grams)
no articulating screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Panasonic S1
Sports photography with Panasonic ZS10
27
image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority
sensor resolution low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
47
excellent zoom range (24-384mm 16.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
features tracking autofocus
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
not so great battery life (260 CIPA)
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic S1 as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic ZS10 as a Travel photography camera
62
lighter than competition (117 grams)
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse function
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
67
lighter than average (219g)
provides focus via touch
decent megapixels (14MP)
has built in flash
rather wide (24mm)
very long zoom (384mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
not so great battery life (260 shots)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic S1 Landscape photography details
Panasonic ZS10 Landscape photography details
32
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
screen is small (2.7")
manual exposure not available
sensor resolution low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
lack of Time Lapse function
42
rather wide (24mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (14MP)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
not so great battery life (260 per charge)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic S1 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic ZS10 as a Vlogging camera
31
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (117 grams)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
screen is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of mic support
34
rather wide (24mm)
touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than average (219 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
doesn't have external microphone port
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Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic ZS10 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic S1 and Panasonic ZS10
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10
General Information
Brand Panasonic Panasonic
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10
Also Known as - Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2011-01-05 2011-01-25
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip Venus Engine IV Venus Engine FHD
Sensor type CCD CMOS
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 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 6400 6400
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points 11 23
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-112mm (4.0x) 24-384mm (16.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus distance 5cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen tech TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8s 60s
Fastest shutter speed 1/1600s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter speed - 10.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.30 m 5.00 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone 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 BuiltIn
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 117 gr (0.26 pounds) 219 gr (0.48 pounds)
Physical dimensions 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3")
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 photographs 260 photographs
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Pricing at release $269 $350