Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic TS4

The following is a in-depth assessment of the Panasonic FZ300 versus Panasonic TS4, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof and both are produced by Panasonic. The resolution of the FZ300 (12MP) and the TS4 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FZ300 was brought out 3 years after the TS4 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic TS4 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the FZ300 scores vs the TS4 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ300 Gallery and Panasonic TS4 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ300 provides external dimensions of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") along with a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs) and the Panasonic TS4 has measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FZ300 versus Panasonic TS4 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the FZ300 and the TS4.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ300 and TS4 is 59 and 92 respectively.

Often, it's hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specifications. The picture underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ300 and TS4.

To sum up, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of pictures however you need to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher FZ300 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.