Kodak Sport vs Panasonic TS4
92 Imaging
35 Features
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92 Imaging
36 Features
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Kodak Sport vs Panasonic TS4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1250
- 640 x 480 video
- 35mm (F3.0) lens
- 175g - 147 x 58 x 23mm
- Launched January 2011
(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
- Released January 2012
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT4
- Old Model is Panasonic TS3
- New Model is Panasonic TS5

Kodak Sport vs Panasonic TS4 Overview
Following is a complete assessment of the Kodak Sport and Panasonic TS4, both Waterproof digital cameras by brands Kodak and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Sport (12MP) and the TS4 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Sport was launched 13 months earlier than the TS4 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Sport matches up against the TS4 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Kodak Sport vs Panasonic TS4 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Sport and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The complete galleries are provided at Kodak Sport Gallery and Panasonic TS4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Sport over the Panasonic TS4
Sport | TS4 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS4 over the Kodak Sport
TS4 | Sport | |||
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Released | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 13 months |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.4" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 112k | Clearer screen (+118k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Sport and Panasonic TS4
Sport | TS4 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Kodak Sport vs Panasonic TS4 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Kodak Sport has got physical measurements of 147mm x 58mm x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Panasonic TS4 has measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).
Examine the Kodak Sport and Panasonic TS4 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the Sport and the TS4.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Sport and TS4 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Kodak Sport vs Panasonic TS4 Sensor Comparison
Often, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading technical specs. The picture below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Sport and TS4.
As you have seen, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of files though you might want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged Sport is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

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Kodak Sport vs Panasonic TS4 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Sport | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Panasonic |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Sport | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FT4 |
Class | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Launched | 2011-01-04 | 2012-01-31 |
Body design | 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 | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1250 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35mm (1x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.4" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 112 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.40 m (@ ISO 360) | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 175 gr (0.39 lb) | 197 gr (0.43 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 147 x 58 x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 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 photographs |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $155 | $399 |