Panasonic FZ100 vs Panasonic TS1

Below is a extended assessment of the Panasonic FZ100 vs Panasonic TS1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof and they are both designed by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FZ100 (14MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FZ100 was launched 18 months later than the TS1 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic TS1 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the FZ100 scores versus the TS1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ100 Gallery & Panasonic TS1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ100 features physical measurements of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS1 has sizing of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the FZ100 versus the TS1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ100 and TS1 is 67 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements just by reviewing technical specs. The visual below may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ100 and TS1.

As you have seen, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic FZ100 to offer extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The fresher FZ100 will have an edge in sensor technology.