Panasonic TS1 vs Panasonic ZS100
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Panasonic TS1 vs Panasonic ZS100 Key Specs
(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
- Introduced January 2009
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT1
- Successor is Panasonic TS2
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-250mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 312g - 111 x 65 x 44mm
- Revealed January 2016
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ100
- Refreshed by Panasonic ZS200
Panasonic TS1 vs Panasonic ZS100 Overview
Here is a extended comparison of the Panasonic TS1 versus Panasonic ZS100, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Large Sensor Compact and both are produced by Panasonic. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the TS1 (12MP) and ZS100 (20MP) and the TS1 (1/2.3") and ZS100 (1") have totally different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe TS1 was announced 8 years prior to the ZS100 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic TS1 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic ZS100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the TS1 scores versus the ZS100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic TS1 vs Panasonic ZS100 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS1 Gallery & Panasonic ZS100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Panasonic ZS100
TS1 | ZS100 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS100 over the Panasonic TS1
ZS100 | TS1 | |||
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Revealed | January 2016 | January 2009 | Fresher by 84 months | |
Focus manually | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Crisper display (+810k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic TS1 and Panasonic ZS100
TS1 | ZS100 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Panasonic TS1 vs Panasonic ZS100 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS1 has got physical dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS100 has dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 312 grams (0.69 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic TS1 versus Panasonic ZS100 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the TS1 and the ZS100.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the TS1 and ZS100 is 93 and 87 respectively.
Panasonic TS1 vs Panasonic ZS100 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing technical specs. The graphic here might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS1 and ZS100.
As you can tell, both of those cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The TS1 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Panasonic ZS100 will show extra detail with its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older TS1 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
Panasonic TS1 vs Panasonic ZS100 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic TS1 vs Panasonic ZS100 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-FT1 | Lumix DMC-TZ100 |
Class | Waterproof | Large Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-01-27 | 2016-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | MOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,166k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/2000s |
Max quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per sec | 9.9 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 8.00 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
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) | 4K/UHD (3840 x 2160 @ 30p/24p), 1920 x 1080 @ 60p/60i/30p/24p, 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | AVCHD Lite | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 189 gr (0.42 pounds) | 312 gr (0.69 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 111 x 65 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 70 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 559 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 photographs |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3 shots @ 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $380 | $700 |