Olympus SZ-12 vs Panasonic TS4

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").

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.