Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic TS2
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Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic TS2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.2-5.9) lens
- 176g - 104 x 56 x 25mm
- Revealed July 2010
(Full Review)
- 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
- Revealed January 2010
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FT2
- Replaced the Panasonic TS1
- New Model is Panasonic TS3
Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic TS2 Overview
Below, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic TS2, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof and both are designed by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FX700 (14MP) and the TS2 (14MP) is pretty similar and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe FX700 was released 6 months after the TS2 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief overview of how the FX700 matches up versus the TS2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic TS2 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FX700 Gallery & Panasonic TS2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX700 over the Panasonic TS2
FX700 | TS2 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the Panasonic FX700
TS2 | FX700 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FX700 and Panasonic TS2
FX700 | TS2 | |||
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Revealed | July 2010 | January 2010 | Similar age | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic TS2 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX700 comes with external measurements of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Panasonic TS2 has measurements 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 the Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic TS2 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the FX700 compared to the TS2.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FX700 and TS2 is 94 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic TS2 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specifications. The image below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FX700 and TS2.
Plainly, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels so you can expect similar quality of photographs though you will want to consider the age of the products into consideration.
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Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic TS2 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FT2 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2010-07-21 | 2010-01-26 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine FHD | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.2-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.40 m | 5.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | AVCHD | AVCHD Lite |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 176 gr (0.39 pounds) | 188 gr (0.41 pounds) |
Dimensions | 104 x 56 x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $399 | $350 |