Panasonic LX10 vs Panasonic TS2

In this article, we are matching up the Panasonic LX10 versus Panasonic TS2, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof and they are both offered by Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the LX10 (20MP) and TS2 (14MP) and the LX10 (1") and TS2 (1/2.3") come with different sensor measurements.

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The LX10 was revealed 6 years after the TS2 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LX10 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic TS2 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the LX10 matches up versus the TS2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic LX10 Gallery and Panasonic TS2 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LX10 enjoys external measurements of 106mm x 60mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") having a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Panasonic TS2 has measurements of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic LX10 versus Panasonic TS2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the LX10 compared to the TS2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the LX10 and TS2 is 88 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes simply by going through technical specs. The image here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the LX10 and TS2.

As you have seen, both cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The LX10 using its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Panasonic LX10 will provide more detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more recent LX10 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.