Leica C vs Panasonic TS10
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![Leica C front Leica C front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Leica-C/Leica-C-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS10/Panasonic-TS10-front.jpg)
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Leica C vs Panasonic TS10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Bump to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-200mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 195g - 103 x 63 x 28mm
- Introduced September 2013
- Additionally referred to as Typ112
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT10
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Leica C vs Panasonic TS10 Overview
Its time to examine more in depth at the Leica C vs Panasonic TS10, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Leica and Panasonic. The image resolution of the C (12MP) and the TS10 (14MP) is very comparable but the C (1/1.7") and TS10 (1/2.3") use different sensor size.
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The C was revealed 3 years later than the TS10 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the C grades vs the TS10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Leica C vs Panasonic TS10 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica C & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10. The full galleries are available at Leica C Gallery & Panasonic TS10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica C over the Panasonic TS10
C | TS10 | |||
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Introduced | September 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 45 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS10 over the Leica C
TS10 | C |
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Common features in the Leica C and Panasonic TS10
C | TS10 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Leica C vs Panasonic TS10 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Leica C enjoys exterior dimensions of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Panasonic TS10 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).
Contrast the Leica C vs Panasonic TS10 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the C compared to the TS10.
![Leica C vs Panasonic TS10 size comparison Leica C vs Panasonic TS10 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-C-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS10-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the C and TS10 is 92 and 93 respectively.
![Leica C vs Panasonic TS10 top view buttons comparison Leica C vs Panasonic TS10 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-C-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS10-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Leica C vs Panasonic TS10 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing purely by going through specs. The photograph below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the C and TS10.
All in all, both of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The C using its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Panasonic TS10 will show extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more modern C should have an edge in sensor innovation.
![Leica C vs Panasonic TS10 sensor size comparison Leica C vs Panasonic TS10 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Leica-C-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS10-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Leica C vs Panasonic TS10 Screen and ViewFinder
![Leica C vs Panasonic TS10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Leica C vs Panasonic TS10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-C-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS10-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Leica C vs Panasonic TS10 Specifications
Leica C | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Panasonic |
Model | Leica C | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 |
Alternate name | Typ112 | Lumix DMC-FT10 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2013-09-08 | 2010-01-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-200mm (7.1x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.0-5.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 920 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 200 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 1% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.46x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 4.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 195 grams (0.43 pounds) | 188 grams (0.41 pounds) |
Dimensions | 103 x 63 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 photographs | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $1,299 | $249 |