Canon SX600 HS vs Panasonic TS4

On this page, we are looking at the Canon SX600 HS and Panasonic TS4, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the SX600 HS (16MP) and TS4 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX600 HS was unveiled 24 months after the TS4 making them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the SX600 HS scores vs the TS4 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The full galleries are available at Canon SX600 HS Gallery and Panasonic TS4 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX600 HS has got external dimensions of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") along with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS4 has measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX600 HS and Panasonic TS4 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the SX600 HS vs the TS4.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX600 HS and TS4 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Typically, its tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX600 HS and TS4.

As you can see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Canon SX600 HS to offer you extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The fresher SX600 HS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.