Panasonic L1 vs Panasonic TS20

Its time to look closer at the Panasonic L1 vs Panasonic TS20, former being a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Waterproof and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the L1 (7MP) and TS20 (16MP) and the L1 (Four Thirds) and TS20 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The L1 was revealed 5 years before the TS20 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic L1 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Panasonic TS20 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the L1 grades vs the TS20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-L1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic L1 Gallery & Panasonic TS20 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic L1 comes with external dimensions of 146mm x 87mm x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs) while the Panasonic TS20 has dimensions 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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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the L1 compared to the TS20.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the L1 and TS20 is 65 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing purely by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the L1 and TS20.

To sum up, the two cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The L1 having a larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic TS20 will produce greater detail because of its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older L1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.