Panasonic LX7 vs Panasonic TS1

Below, we are matching up the Panasonic LX7 versus Panasonic TS1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof and both of them are offered by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the LX7 (10MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is very close but the LX7 (1/1.7") and TS1 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizing.

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The LX7 was introduced 3 years after the TS1 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the LX7 grades vs the TS1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic LX7 Gallery & Panasonic TS1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LX7 has got exterior measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") having a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Panasonic TS1 has measurements 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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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the LX7 against the TS1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the LX7 and TS1 is 86 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions just by researching technical specs. The pic below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the LX7 and TS1.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The LX7 having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic TS1 will render more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images much more aggressively. The more recent LX7 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.