Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic TS4
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Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic TS4 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)
- 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
- Launched January 2012
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT4
- Replaced the Panasonic TS3
- New Model is Panasonic TS5

Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic TS4 Overview
Lets examine more closely at the Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic TS4, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm T500 (16MP) and TS4 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm T500 was unveiled 12 months after the TS4 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm T500 grades vs the TS4 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic TS4 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix T500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm T500 Gallery and Panasonic TS4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm T500 over the Panasonic TS4
Fujifilm T500 | TS4 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | Newer by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS4 over the Fujifilm T500
TS4 | Fujifilm T500 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm T500 and Panasonic TS4
Fujifilm T500 | TS4 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic TS4 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm T500 offers exterior measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Panasonic TS4 has specifications of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic TS4 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm T500 against the TS4.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm T500 and TS4 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic TS4 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking specifications. The image here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm T500 and TS4.
To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Fujifilm T500 to resolve more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm T500 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.

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Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic TS4 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix T500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix T500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT4 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2013-01-07 | 2012-01-31 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 | 136 gr (0.30 lbs) | 197 gr (0.43 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 310 photos |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $0 | $399 |