Canon A800 vs Panasonic TS2
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93 Imaging
36 Features
29 Overall
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Canon A800 vs Panasonic TS2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-122mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 186g - 94 x 61 x 31mm
- Released January 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 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
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Launched January 2010
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FT2
- Superseded the Panasonic TS1
- Updated by Panasonic TS3

Canon A800 vs Panasonic TS2 Overview
Below, we are reviewing the Canon A800 vs Panasonic TS2, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the A800 (10MP) and TS2 (14MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The A800 was released 12 months after the TS2 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the A800 grades against the TS2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A800 vs Panasonic TS2 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A800 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The complete galleries are available at Canon A800 Gallery and Panasonic TS2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A800 over the Panasonic TS2
A800 | TS2 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the Canon A800
TS2 | A800 | |||
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Display dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Clearer display (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A800 and Panasonic TS2
A800 | TS2 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Canon A800 vs Panasonic TS2 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera often, you need to consider its weight and size. The Canon A800 has outer dimensions of 94mm x 61mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Panasonic TS2 has specifications of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon A800 vs Panasonic TS2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the A800 vs the TS2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the A800 and TS2 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Canon A800 vs Panasonic TS2 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specs. The picture here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A800 and TS2.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic TS2 to offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos much more aggressively. The newer A800 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.

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Canon A800 vs Panasonic TS2 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A800 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot A800 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT2 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2010-01-26 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 3 | Venus Engine HD II |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-122mm (3.3x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 115k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 5.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 186 grams (0.41 lb) | 188 grams (0.41 lb) |
Dimensions | 94 x 61 x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
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 | 300 shots | - |
Form of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $90 | $350 |