Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic TS4

Its time to look much closer at the Panasonic FX78 and Panasonic TS4, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. The resolution of the FX78 (12MP) and the TS4 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FX78 was announced 12 months before the TS4 and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the FX78 matches up against the TS4 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX78 Gallery & Panasonic TS4 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX78 provides physical measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) while 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).

Compare the Panasonic FX78 and Panasonic TS4 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the FX78 versus the TS4.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FX78 and TS4 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes only by going over specs. The pic here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FX78 and TS4.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of pictures but you should always consider the age of the products into consideration. The more aged FX78 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.