Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic TS20

Below is a extended overview of the Panasonic FX78 and Panasonic TS20, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof and they are both produced by Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the FX78 (12MP) and TS20 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FX78 was brought out 12 months earlier than the TS20 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the FX78 scores against the TS20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FX78 Gallery & Panasonic TS20 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX78 has got physical measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS20 has proportions of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the FX78 compared to the TS20.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FX78 and TS20 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing technical specs. The visual underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FX78 and TS20.

As you can tell, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Panasonic TS20 to offer more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The older FX78 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.