Panasonic TS1 vs Panasonic ZR1
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Panasonic TS1 vs Panasonic ZR1 Key Specs
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- 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
- Announced January 2009
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT1
- Renewed by Panasonic TS2
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 158g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Introduced July 2009
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-ZX1
Panasonic TS1 vs Panasonic ZR1 Overview
In this write-up, we will be matching up the Panasonic TS1 vs Panasonic ZR1, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are designed by Panasonic. The image resolution of the TS1 (12MP) and the ZR1 (12MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe TS1 was manufactured 6 months before the ZR1 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short highlight of how the TS1 scores against the ZR1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic TS1 vs Panasonic ZR1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS1 Gallery & Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Panasonic ZR1
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Panasonic TS1
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Common features in the Panasonic TS1 and Panasonic ZR1
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Introduced | January 2009 | July 2009 | Similar age | |
Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Missing Touch screen |
Panasonic TS1 vs Panasonic ZR1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS1 provides outside dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZR1 has proportions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).
See the Panasonic TS1 vs Panasonic ZR1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the TS1 against the ZR1.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS1 and ZR1 is 93 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic TS1 vs Panasonic ZR1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading specifications. The photograph underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the TS1 and ZR1.
Plainly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of images however you really should factor the launch date of the products into consideration.
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Panasonic TS1 vs Panasonic ZR1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FT1 | Lumix DMC-ZX1 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-01-27 | 2009-07-27 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine V |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 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 | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 | 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 189 grams (0.42 lbs) | 158 grams (0.35 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $380 | $280 |