Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic TS20
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Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic TS20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 0
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F) lens
- 136g - 99 x 57 x 26mm
- Revealed January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 101 x 58 x 19mm
- Announced January 2012
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT20

Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic TS20 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Fujifilm T500 versus Panasonic TS20, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm T500 (16MP) and the TS20 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm T500 was revealed 12 months later than the TS20 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm T500 grades versus the TS20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic TS20 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix T500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm T500 Gallery and Panasonic TS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm T500 over the Panasonic TS20
Fujifilm T500 | TS20 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | More recent by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS20 over the Fujifilm T500
TS20 | Fujifilm T500 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm T500 and Panasonic TS20
Fujifilm T500 | TS20 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic TS20 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm T500 has got outer measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Panasonic TS20 has sizing of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm T500 versus Panasonic TS20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm T500 against the TS20.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm T500 and TS20 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic TS20 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements just by checking specifications. The photograph here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm T500 and TS20.
Plainly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP and you should expect similar quality of pictures although you should really take the release date of the products into consideration. The fresher Fujifilm T500 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.

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Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic TS20 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix T500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix T500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FT20 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2013-01-07 | 2012-01-31 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.40 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 136 gr (0.30 pounds) | 142 gr (0.31 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 101 x 58 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 250 pictures |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $0 | $179 |