Canon SX220 HS vs Panasonic TS2

In this write-up, we are looking at the Canon SX220 HS versus Panasonic TS2, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX220 HS (12MP) and the TS2 (14MP) is very well matched and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX220 HS was revealed 13 months later than the TS2 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick summation of how the SX220 HS grades versus the TS2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon SX220 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX220 HS Gallery & Panasonic TS2 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX220 HS features outer measurements of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Panasonic TS2 has measurements of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the SX220 HS vs the TS2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX220 HS and TS2 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking specs. The visual below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX220 HS and TS2.

All in all, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Panasonic TS2 to give more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher SX220 HS should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.