Panasonic FZ70 vs Panasonic TS20

Below, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FZ70 and Panasonic TS20, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are created by Panasonic. The resolution of the FZ70 (16MP) and the TS20 (16MP) is relatively similar and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FZ70 was manufactured 18 months later than the TS20 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic TS20 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the FZ70 matches up versus the TS20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ70 Gallery & Panasonic TS20 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ70 has external measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") along with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS20 has sizing of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the FZ70 versus the TS20.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FZ70 and TS20 is 63 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing only by reviewing specs. The visual below may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ70 and TS20.

All in all, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution and you can expect similar quality of files however you would want to take the age of the products into consideration. The more recent FZ70 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.