Olympus SZ-15 vs Panasonic TS2
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![Olympus SZ-15 front Olympus SZ-15 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-SZ-15/Olympus-SZ-15-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS2/Panasonic-TS2-front.jpg)
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Olympus SZ-15 vs Panasonic TS2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 250g - 108 x 70 x 40mm
- Introduced June 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT2
- Previous Model is Panasonic TS1
- Updated by Panasonic TS3
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Olympus SZ-15 vs Panasonic TS2 Overview
On this page, we are matching up the Olympus SZ-15 vs Panasonic TS2, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SZ-15 (16MP) and the TS2 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").
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The SZ-15 was revealed 3 years after the TS2 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the SZ-15 scores vs the TS2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Olympus SZ-15 vs Panasonic TS2 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-15 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The full galleries are available at Olympus SZ-15 Gallery & Panasonic TS2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-15 over the Panasonic TS2
SZ-15 | TS2 | |||
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Revealed | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 42 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the Olympus SZ-15
TS2 | SZ-15 |
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Common features in the Olympus SZ-15 and Panasonic TS2
SZ-15 | TS2 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Olympus SZ-15 vs Panasonic TS2 Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-15 has got physical dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Panasonic TS2 has dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Check out the Olympus SZ-15 vs Panasonic TS2 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the SZ-15 against the TS2.
![Olympus SZ-15 vs Panasonic TS2 size comparison Olympus SZ-15 vs Panasonic TS2 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-SZ-15-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS2-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ-15 and TS2 is 88 and 93 respectively.
![Olympus SZ-15 vs Panasonic TS2 top view buttons comparison Olympus SZ-15 vs Panasonic TS2 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-SZ-15-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS2-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus SZ-15 vs Panasonic TS2 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by researching a spec sheet. The image below should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-15 and TS2.
Clearly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Olympus SZ-15 to render extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The fresher SZ-15 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.
![Olympus SZ-15 vs Panasonic TS2 sensor size comparison Olympus SZ-15 vs Panasonic TS2 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-SZ-15-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS2-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus SZ-15 vs Panasonic TS2 Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus SZ-15 vs Panasonic TS2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus SZ-15 vs Panasonic TS2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-SZ-15-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS2-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Olympus SZ-15 vs Panasonic TS2 Specifications
Olympus SZ-15 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus SZ-15 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FT2 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2013-06-21 | 2010-01-26 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-483mm (21.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 5.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | AVI MPEG4, Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 250g (0.55 lb) | 188g (0.41 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 70 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
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 model | SLB-10A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $200 | $350 |