Canon A2100 IS vs Panasonic TS1
92 Imaging
34 Features
20 Overall
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93 Imaging
34 Features
24 Overall
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Canon A2100 IS vs Panasonic TS1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-216mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 185g - 102 x 64 x 32mm
- Introduced February 2009
(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
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT1
- Later Model is Panasonic TS2

Canon A2100 IS vs Panasonic TS1 Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Canon A2100 IS and Panasonic TS1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the A2100 IS (12MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The A2100 IS was unveiled about the same time to the TS1 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short view of how the A2100 IS scores versus the TS1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A2100 IS vs Panasonic TS1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A2100 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The full galleries are available at Canon A2100 IS Gallery & Panasonic TS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2100 IS over the Panasonic TS1
A2100 IS | TS1 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Canon A2100 IS
TS1 | A2100 IS |
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Common features in the Canon A2100 IS and Panasonic TS1
A2100 IS | TS1 | |||
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Introduced | February 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Similar age |
Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Canon A2100 IS vs Panasonic TS1 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon A2100 IS comes with external dimensions of 102mm x 64mm x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Panasonic TS1 has proportions of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon A2100 IS and Panasonic TS1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the A2100 IS and the TS1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A2100 IS and TS1 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Canon A2100 IS vs Panasonic TS1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions merely by checking specifications. The pic here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the A2100 IS and TS1.
Plainly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of images although you should always factor the launch date of the products into consideration.

Canon A2100 IS vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A2100 IS vs Panasonic TS1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2100 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot A2100 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT1 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2009-02-18 | 2009-01-27 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-216mm (6.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 185 gr (0.41 lbs) | 189 gr (0.42 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 64 x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
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 model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $220 | $380 |