Panasonic XS1 vs Panasonic ZS45
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Panasonic XS1 vs Panasonic ZS45 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 103g - 94 x 54 x 14mm
- Revealed January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 249g - 108 x 60 x 32mm
- Introduced January 2015
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ57
- Superseded the Panasonic ZS40
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS50
Panasonic XS1 vs Panasonic ZS45 Overview
Following is a extended assessment of the Panasonic XS1 and Panasonic ZS45, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both designed by Panasonic. The image resolution of the XS1 (16MP) and the ZS45 (16MP) is very close and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe XS1 was manufactured 24 months prior to the ZS45 making them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the XS1 grades against the ZS45 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic XS1 vs Panasonic ZS45 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic XS1 Gallery & Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic XS1 over the Panasonic ZS45
XS1 | ZS45 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS45 over the Panasonic XS1
ZS45 | XS1 | |||
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Introduced | January 2015 | January 2013 | More modern by 24 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Sharper display (+810k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic XS1 and Panasonic ZS45
XS1 | ZS45 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Absent Touch friendly display |
Panasonic XS1 vs Panasonic ZS45 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic XS1 has got external dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") having a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS45 has proportions of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Check the Panasonic XS1 and Panasonic ZS45 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the XS1 vs the ZS45.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the XS1 and ZS45 is 97 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic XS1 vs Panasonic ZS45 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by looking through a spec sheet. The image underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the XS1 and ZS45.
As you can see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you will want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged XS1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
Panasonic XS1 vs Panasonic ZS45 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic XS1 vs Panasonic ZS45 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ57 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2013-01-07 | 2015-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
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 | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 21 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 6.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 103g (0.23 lbs) | 249g (0.55 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 54 x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") | 108 x 60 x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 260 photographs | 350 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $130 | $300 |