Panasonic GX8 vs Panasonic TS1

Here, we will be contrasting the Panasonic GX8 and Panasonic TS1, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof and they are both created by Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the GX8 (20MP) and TS1 (12MP) and the GX8 (Four Thirds) and TS1 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor size.

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The GX8 was unveiled 6 years later than the TS1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GX8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS1 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the GX8 scores against the TS1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic GX8 Gallery and Panasonic TS1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic GX8 features external dimensions of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs) and the Panasonic TS1 has specifications of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the GX8 compared to the TS1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the GX8 and TS1 is 74 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements just by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the GX8 and TS1.

As you can see, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The GX8 having a bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Panasonic GX8 will give more detail having an extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The younger GX8 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.