Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic TS1

Here, we are comparing the Panasonic FZ300 and Panasonic TS1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof and they are both produced by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FZ300 (12MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FZ300 was announced 6 years later than the TS1 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic TS1 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the FZ300 grades versus the TS1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ300 Gallery & Panasonic TS1 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ300 has outer dimensions of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") and a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs) and the Panasonic TS1 has measurements of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

See the Panasonic FZ300 and Panasonic TS1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the FZ300 compared to the TS1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ300 and TS1 is 59 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements just by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ300 and TS1.

To sum up, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution so you can expect similar quality of images but you need to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent FZ300 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.