Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic TS20

Here, we are reviewing the Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic TS20, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Waterproof and both of them are designed by Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the FS7 (10MP) and TS20 (16MP) and the FS7 (1/2.5") and TS20 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizing.

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The FS7 was introduced 4 years earlier than the TS20 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FS7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic TS20 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the FS7 grades versus the TS20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FS7 Gallery & Panasonic TS20 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FS7 comes with external dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS20 has specifications of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the FS7 and the TS20.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FS7 and TS20 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specs. The pic below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS7 and TS20.

All in all, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FS7 using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the Panasonic TS20 will give you more detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged FS7 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.