Canon SX220 HS vs Panasonic TS4

Below is a in-depth review of the Canon SX220 HS vs Panasonic TS4, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX220 HS (12MP) and the TS4 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX220 HS was announced 11 months earlier than the TS4 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SX220 HS matches up versus the TS4 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon SX220 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX220 HS Gallery and Panasonic TS4 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX220 HS features outer dimensions of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Panasonic TS4 has dimensions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX220 HS vs Panasonic TS4 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the SX220 HS and the TS4.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX220 HS and TS4 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading through specs. The visual below might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX220 HS and TS4.

All in all, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution and you should expect similar quality of files but you would want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The older SX220 HS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.