Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic TS2
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Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic TS2 Key Specs
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- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 658g - 137 x 97 x 92mm
- Launched November 2017
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- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Launched January 2010
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT2
- Previous Model is Panasonic TS1
- Renewed by Panasonic TS3

Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic TS2 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Panasonic G9 versus Panasonic TS2, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof and both are produced by Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the G9 (20MP) and TS2 (14MP) and the G9 (Four Thirds) and TS2 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor measurements.

The G9 was announced 7 years after the TS2 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS2 being a Compact camera.
Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the G9 grades vs the TS2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic TS2 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic G9 Gallery & Panasonic TS2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic G9 over the Panasonic TS2
G9 | TS2 | |||
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Launched | November 2017 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 95 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+810k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the Panasonic G9
TS2 | G9 |
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Common features in the Panasonic G9 and Panasonic TS2
G9 | TS2 |
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Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic TS2 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G9 offers outer measurements of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") having a weight of 658 grams (1.45 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).
Examine the Panasonic G9 versus Panasonic TS2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the G9 and the TS2.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G9 and TS2 is 62 and 93 respectively.

Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic TS2 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by looking through a spec sheet. The image underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 and TS2.
Clearly, the 2 cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The G9 using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic G9 will render extra detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The fresher G9 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic TS2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic TS2 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT2 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Waterproof |
Launched | 2017-11-08 | 2010-01-26 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Min boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 225 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Available lenses | 107 | - |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.83x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 20.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 658 gr (1.45 lb) | 188 gr (0.41 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 137 x 97 x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") | 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 life | 400 shots | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | DMW-BLF19 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Two | Single |
Cost at launch | $1,500 | $350 |