Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic TS4
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Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic TS4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 269g - 113 x 66 x 35mm
- Launched February 2014
- Refreshed by Canon SX710 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Revealed January 2012
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT4
- Succeeded the Panasonic TS3
- New Model is Panasonic TS5

Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic TS4 Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic TS4, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX700 HS (16MP) and TS4 (12MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX700 HS was revealed 2 years later than the TS4 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the SX700 HS scores against the TS4 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic TS4 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX700 HS Gallery & Panasonic TS4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX700 HS over the Panasonic TS4
SX700 HS | TS4 | |||
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Revealed | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2012 | Fresher by 25 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS4 over the Canon SX700 HS
TS4 | SX700 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX700 HS and Panasonic TS4
SX700 HS | TS4 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic TS4 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX700 HS features exterior dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Panasonic TS4 has measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic TS4 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the SX700 HS versus the TS4.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX700 HS and TS4 is 89 and 92 respectively.

Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic TS4 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading a spec sheet. The graphic here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX700 HS and TS4.
Clearly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Canon SX700 HS to deliver extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The newer SX700 HS provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic TS4 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic TS4 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX700 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX700 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FT4 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2014-02-12 | 2012-01-31 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 6 | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | BSI-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 | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-750mm (30.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 922k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II G TFT | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
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 | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
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 | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 269 gr (0.59 lb) | 197 gr (0.43 lb) |
Dimensions | 113 x 66 x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 pictures | 310 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $349 | $399 |