Panasonic FZ40 vs Panasonic TS1

Here is a complete assessment of the Panasonic FZ40 versus Panasonic TS1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof and they are both sold by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FZ40 (14MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FZ40 was unveiled 18 months later than the TS1 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic TS1 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the FZ40 grades versus the TS1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ40 Gallery and Panasonic TS1 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ40 provides external measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") having a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) while the Panasonic TS1 has specifications of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FZ40 versus Panasonic TS1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the FZ40 versus the TS1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FZ40 and TS1 is 68 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by researching technical specs. The visual below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ40 and TS1.

As you can tell, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic FZ40 to render more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The newer FZ40 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.