Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Panasonic TS2

Below is a extended review of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR versus Panasonic TS2, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR (16MP) and the TS2 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the Fujifilm X-T1 IR (APS-C) and TS2 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-T1 IR was introduced 5 years later than the TS2 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-T1 IR being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS2 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm X-T1 IR scores against the TS2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-T1 IR Gallery and Panasonic TS2 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T1 IR offers outside dimensions of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") along with a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Panasonic TS2 has specifications of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-T1 IR versus Panasonic TS2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and the TS2.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and TS2 is 79 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by going through a spec sheet. The photograph here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and TS2.

Clearly, each of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-T1 IR with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm X-T1 IR will provide more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-T1 IR will have an edge in sensor technology.