Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic TS2
93 Imaging
36 Features
21 Overall
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93 Imaging
36 Features
29 Overall
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Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic TS2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 178g - 100 x 56 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FS30
(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
- Launched January 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT2
- Older Model is Panasonic TS1
- Later Model is Panasonic TS3

Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic TS2 Overview
Here is a extensive review of the Panasonic FH20 and Panasonic TS2, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof and both of them are created by Panasonic. The resolution of the FH20 (14MP) and the TS2 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The FH20 was unveiled within a month of the TS2 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the FH20 grades vs the TS2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic TS2 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH20 Gallery & Panasonic TS2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH20 over the Panasonic TS2
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the Panasonic FH20
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Common features in the Panasonic FH20 and Panasonic TS2
FH20 | TS2 | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Same age |
Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic TS2 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH20 provides outer measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Panasonic TS2 has dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic FH20 and Panasonic TS2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the FH20 versus the TS2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FH20 and TS2 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic TS2 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by researching specifications. The graphic here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH20 and TS2.
Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution so you can expect comparable quality of images although you may want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account.

Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic TS2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic TS2 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-FS30 | Lumix DMC-FT2 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2010-01-06 | 2010-01-26 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m (Auto ISO) | 5.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 178 gr (0.39 lbs) | 188 gr (0.41 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 56 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $179 | $350 |