Panasonic FZ100 vs Panasonic TS10

Below, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FZ100 versus Panasonic TS10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof and both are created by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FZ100 (14MP) and the TS10 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FZ100 was released 7 months later than the TS10 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic TS10 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a short highlight of how the FZ100 grades versus the TS10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ100 Gallery and Panasonic TS10 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ100 offers external dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Panasonic TS10 has measurements of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at the time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the FZ100 vs the TS10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ100 and TS10 is 67 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing purely by going through specs. The graphic underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ100 and TS10.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photos though you should really factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent FZ100 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.