Panasonic GF8 vs Panasonic TS20

Below, we will be comparing the Panasonic GF8 and Panasonic TS20, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are created by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the GF8 (16MP) and the TS20 (16MP) is pretty close but the GF8 (Four Thirds) and TS20 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor size.

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The GF8 was brought out 4 years later than the TS20 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GF8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS20 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the GF8 matches up against the TS20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic GF8 Gallery & Panasonic TS20 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic GF8 offers exterior measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Panasonic TS20 has sizing of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the GF8 against the TS20.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the GF8 and TS20 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic here will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the GF8 and TS20.

Clearly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same resolution albeit not the same sensor sizing. The GF8 has got the bigger sensor which should make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult. The more modern GF8 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.