Panasonic LF1 vs Panasonic TS20
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Panasonic LF1 vs Panasonic TS20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Raise to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-200mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 192g - 103 x 62 x 28mm
- Released November 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 101 x 58 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2012
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT20
Panasonic LF1 vs Panasonic TS20 Overview
Following is a in-depth overview of the Panasonic LF1 vs Panasonic TS20, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof and both of them are offered by Panasonic. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the LF1 (12MP) and TS20 (16MP) and the LF1 (1/1.7") and TS20 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor measurements.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe LF1 was brought out 23 months after the TS20 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the LF1 scores against the TS20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic LF1 vs Panasonic TS20 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic LF1 Gallery and Panasonic TS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LF1 over the Panasonic TS20
LF1 | TS20 | |||
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Revealed | November 2013 | January 2012 | More modern by 23 months | |
Manually focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS20 over the Panasonic LF1
TS20 | LF1 |
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Common features in the Panasonic LF1 and Panasonic TS20
LF1 | TS20 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither features Touch display |
Panasonic LF1 vs Panasonic TS20 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LF1 enjoys exterior measurements of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS20 has measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic LF1 vs Panasonic TS20 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the LF1 against the TS20.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the LF1 and TS20 is 92 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic LF1 vs Panasonic TS20 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at specifications. The pic here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the LF1 and TS20.
To sum up, each of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The LF1 featuring a larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Panasonic TS20 will give extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The more modern LF1 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
Panasonic LF1 vs Panasonic TS20 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic LF1 vs Panasonic TS20 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT20 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2013-11-26 | 2012-01-31 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-200mm (7.1x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-5.9 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 920k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 4.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 192 grams (0.42 lb) | 142 grams (0.31 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 62 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 101 x 58 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 52 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 211 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 shots | 250 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $500 | $179 |