Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic TS10

The following is a complete overview of the Olympus SZ-10 and Panasonic TS10, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SZ-10 (14MP) and the TS10 (14MP) is very comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ-10 was revealed 13 months after the TS10 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SZ-10 matches up vs the TS10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-10 Gallery & Panasonic TS10 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-10 has physical measurements of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst 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).

See the Olympus SZ-10 and Panasonic TS10 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the SZ-10 against the TS10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-10 and TS10 is 90 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions just by seeing specifications. The picture here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-10 and TS10.

Plainly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you need to take the age of the cameras into account. The more recent SZ-10 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.