Canon SX600 HS vs Panasonic TS2

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Canon SX600 HS vs Panasonic TS2, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX600 HS (16MP) and the TS2 (14MP) is pretty similar and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX600 HS was introduced 4 years after the TS2 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short view of how the SX600 HS matches up versus the TS2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX600 HS Gallery & Panasonic TS2 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX600 HS has got outer measurements of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Panasonic TS2 has proportions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the SX600 HS and the TS2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX600 HS and TS2 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by going over a spec sheet. The image here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX600 HS and TS2.

As you can see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Canon SX600 HS to offer greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more modern SX600 HS should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.