Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic TS1

Here is a complete analysis of the Olympus SZ-10 versus Panasonic TS1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SZ-10 (14MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is relatively close and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ-10 was released 2 years later than the TS1 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the SZ-10 matches up vs the TS1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SZ-10 Gallery & Panasonic TS1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-10 enjoys outside dimensions of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Panasonic TS1 has measurements of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the SZ-10 versus the TS1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-10 and TS1 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by viewing specs. The visual below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-10 and TS1.

All in all, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Olympus SZ-10 to provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more recent SZ-10 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.