Olympus SZ-12 vs Panasonic TS4
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Olympus SZ-12 vs Panasonic TS4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 226g - 106 x 69 x 40mm
- Introduced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Released January 2012
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT4
- Succeeded the Panasonic TS3
- Updated by Panasonic TS5
Olympus SZ-12 vs Panasonic TS4 Overview
Below, we are reviewing the Olympus SZ-12 and Panasonic TS4, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SZ-12 (14MP) and the TS4 (12MP) is fairly close and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe SZ-12 was announced about the same time to the TS4 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the SZ-12 scores vs the TS4 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus SZ-12 vs Panasonic TS4 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-12 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-12 Gallery and Panasonic TS4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-12 over the Panasonic TS4
SZ-12 | TS4 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS4 over the Olympus SZ-12
TS4 | SZ-12 |
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Common features in the Olympus SZ-12 and Panasonic TS4
SZ-12 | TS4 | |||
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Released | January 2012 | January 2012 | Same generation | |
Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither comes with Touch display |
Olympus SZ-12 vs Panasonic TS4 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-12 comes with external measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS4 has measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).
Examine the Olympus SZ-12 and Panasonic TS4 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the SZ-12 against the TS4.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-12 and TS4 is 89 and 92 respectively.
Olympus SZ-12 vs Panasonic TS4 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing technical specs. The image underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-12 and TS4.
As you have seen, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Olympus SZ-12 to provide you with more detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics much more aggressively.
Olympus SZ-12 vs Panasonic TS4 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus SZ-12 vs Panasonic TS4 Specifications
Olympus SZ-12 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus SZ-12 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT4 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2012-01-10 | 2012-01-31 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1700s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | 4.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 226g (0.50 lbs) | 197g (0.43 lbs) |
Dimensions | 106 x 69 x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 220 pictures | 310 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $350 | $399 |