Canon N vs Panasonic TS20
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Canon N vs Panasonic TS20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-224mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 195g - 79 x 60 x 29mm
- Introduced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FT20

Canon N vs Panasonic TS20 Overview
Let's examine more in depth at the Canon N versus Panasonic TS20, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the N (12MP) and TS20 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The N was manufactured 12 months later than the TS20 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the N scores against the TS20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon N vs Panasonic TS20 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot N and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The entire galleries are available at Canon N Gallery and Panasonic TS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon N over the Panasonic TS20
N | TS20 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | Fresher by 12 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen sizing | 2.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.1") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS20 over the Canon N
TS20 | N |
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Common features in the Canon N and Panasonic TS20
N | TS20 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing |
Canon N vs Panasonic TS20 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon N has exterior dimensions of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Panasonic TS20 has dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Analyze the Canon N versus Panasonic TS20 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the N and the TS20.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the N and TS20 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Canon N vs Panasonic TS20 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching specifications. The photograph below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the N and TS20.
To sum up, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic TS20 to result in extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern N provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon N vs Panasonic TS20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon N vs Panasonic TS20 Specifications
Canon PowerShot N | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot N | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT20 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2013-01-07 | 2012-01-31 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 5 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 2248 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.8 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | PureColor II G touch | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.40 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 ( 240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 195 gr (0.43 lbs) | 142 gr (0.31 lbs) |
Dimensions | 79 x 60 x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 101 x 58 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
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 life | 200 images | 250 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-9L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $299 | $179 |