Canon A4000 IS vs Panasonic TS20
95 Imaging
39 Features
29 Overall
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95 Imaging
39 Features
28 Overall
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Canon A4000 IS vs Panasonic TS20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 145g - 95 x 56 x 24mm
- Introduced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 101 x 58 x 19mm
- Released January 2012
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT20

Canon A4000 IS vs Panasonic TS20 Overview
Following is a complete assessment of the Canon A4000 IS versus Panasonic TS20, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the A4000 IS (16MP) and the TS20 (16MP) is very close and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The A4000 IS was launched within a month of the TS20 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the A4000 IS matches up versus the TS20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon A4000 IS vs Panasonic TS20 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A4000 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A4000 IS Gallery & Panasonic TS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A4000 IS over the Panasonic TS20
A4000 IS | TS20 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS20 over the Canon A4000 IS
TS20 | A4000 IS |
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Common features in the Canon A4000 IS and Panasonic TS20
A4000 IS | TS20 | |||
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Released | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2012 | Same age |
Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Canon A4000 IS vs Panasonic TS20 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon A4000 IS has outer measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Panasonic TS20 has proportions of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Look at the Canon A4000 IS versus Panasonic TS20 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the A4000 IS vs the TS20.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A4000 IS and TS20 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Canon A4000 IS vs Panasonic TS20 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching specs. The image underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the A4000 IS and TS20.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you will want to take the launch date of the cameras into account.

Canon A4000 IS vs Panasonic TS20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A4000 IS vs Panasonic TS20 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A4000 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot A4000 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FT20 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2012-02-07 | 2012-01-31 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 4.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
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 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 145g (0.32 pounds) | 142g (0.31 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 101 x 58 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
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 | 175 pictures | 250 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $199 | $179 |