Panasonic FZ28 vs Panasonic TS20
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Panasonic FZ28 vs Panasonic TS20 Key Specs
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- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 417g - 118 x 75 x 89mm
- Launched January 2009
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 101 x 58 x 19mm
- Launched January 2012
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FT20
Panasonic FZ28 vs Panasonic TS20 Overview
In this article, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FZ28 versus Panasonic TS20, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof and they are both offered by Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the FZ28 (10MP) and TS20 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe FZ28 was unveiled 4 years before the TS20 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the FZ28 grades versus the TS20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic FZ28 vs Panasonic TS20 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ28 Gallery & Panasonic TS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Panasonic TS20
FZ28 | TS20 | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS20 over the Panasonic FZ28
TS20 | FZ28 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | January 2009 | Fresher by 37 months |
Common features in the Panasonic FZ28 and Panasonic TS20
FZ28 | TS20 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic FZ28 vs Panasonic TS20 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ28 offers external dimensions of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") with a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs) and the Panasonic TS20 has measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic FZ28 versus Panasonic TS20 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the FZ28 vs the TS20.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ28 and TS20 is 72 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic FZ28 vs Panasonic TS20 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by viewing specs. The graphic below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ28 and TS20.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can expect the Panasonic TS20 to result in greater detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older FZ28 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic FZ28 vs Panasonic TS20 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FT20 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-01-15 | 2012-01-31 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 27-486mm (18.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-4.4 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 8.50 m (Auto ISO) | 4.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2) | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 @ 30 fps, 848 x 480, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30fps, 320 x 240 @ 10fps | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 417g (0.92 lbs) | 142g (0.31 lbs) |
Dimensions | 118 x 75 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") | 101 x 58 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 27 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 17.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 79 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 250 photographs |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $599 | $179 |