Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic TS4

Here is a extensive overview of the Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic TS4, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof and both are created by Panasonic. The resolution of the FX48 (12MP) and the TS4 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FX48 was released 4 years earlier than the TS4 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the FX48 grades vs the TS4 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX48 Gallery & Panasonic TS4 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX48 offers outer measurements of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic TS4 has measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic TS4 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the FX48 against the TS4.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FX48 and TS4 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing purely by going through technical specs. The photograph underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FX48 and TS4.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you might want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The older FX48 will be behind in sensor technology.