Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic TS2
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Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic TS2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/16000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8) lens
- 691g - 132 x 92 x 117mm
- Revealed July 2015
- Older Model is Panasonic FZ200
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FT2
- Replaced the Panasonic TS1
- Renewed by Panasonic TS3
Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic TS2 Overview
Below, we are looking at the Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic TS2, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof and both are manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FZ300 (12MP) and the TS2 (14MP) is very well matched and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe FZ300 was released 5 years after the TS2 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic TS2 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the FZ300 matches up versus the TS2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic TS2 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ300 Gallery & Panasonic TS2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ300 over the Panasonic TS2
FZ300 | TS2 | |||
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Introduced | July 2015 | January 2010 | More modern by 67 months | |
Manual focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Clearer display (+810k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the Panasonic FZ300
TS2 | FZ300 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FZ300 and Panasonic TS2
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Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic TS2 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ300 features exterior measurements of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") having a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS2 has proportions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic TS2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the FZ300 versus the TS2.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FZ300 and TS2 is 59 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic TS2 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading through specifications. The picture underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ300 and TS2.
To sum up, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Panasonic TS2 to resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more modern FZ300 should have a benefit in sensor technology.
Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic TS2 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic TS2 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 |
Other name | - | Lumix DMC-FT2 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2015-07-16 | 2010-01-26 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/16000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shooting speed | 12.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.80 m (at Auto ISO) | 5.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, forced on, forced on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, forced off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 691 grams (1.52 lbs) | 188 grams (0.41 lbs) |
Dimensions | 132 x 92 x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 shots | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $598 | $350 |