Olympus SH-50 vs Panasonic TS20

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Olympus SH-50 vs Panasonic TS20, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SH-50 (16MP) and the TS20 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SH-50 was manufactured 12 months later than the TS20 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SH-50 scores versus the TS20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SH-50 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SH-50 Gallery & Panasonic TS20 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus SH-50 provides external dimensions of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Panasonic TS20 has specifications of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SH-50 vs Panasonic TS20 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the SH-50 compared to the TS20.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SH-50 and TS20 is 88 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing only by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SH-50 and TS20.

Clearly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of pictures however you should factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent SH-50 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.