Leica C vs Panasonic TS4

Below, we will be comparing the Leica C and Panasonic TS4, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Leica and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the C (12MP) and the TS4 (12MP) is pretty close but the C (1/1.7") and TS4 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizes.

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The C was unveiled 20 months after the TS4 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the C scores against the TS4 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Leica C and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The full galleries are available at Leica C Gallery and Panasonic TS4 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Leica C has got external dimensions of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS4 has sizing of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check the Leica C and Panasonic TS4 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the C against the TS4.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the C and TS4 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions just by looking through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the C and TS4.

As you can see, each of these cameras have got the exact same resolution albeit different sensor dimensions. The C includes the bigger sensor which should make achieving shallower DOF easier. The more recent C should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.