Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic TS20

Below, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FZ150 and Panasonic TS20, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof and both are manufactured by Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the FZ150 (12MP) and TS20 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FZ150 was brought out 3 months later than the TS20 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic TS20 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the FZ150 grades vs the TS20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ150 Gallery & Panasonic TS20 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ150 has got physical dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs) while the Panasonic TS20 has dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FZ150 and Panasonic TS20 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the FZ150 versus the TS20.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ150 and TS20 is 67 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by reading through specifications. The visual underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ150 and TS20.

Plainly, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can count on the Panasonic TS20 to give more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures much more aggressively.