Panasonic LX7 vs Panasonic TS2

Here, we are looking at the Panasonic LX7 and Panasonic TS2, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof and both are designed by Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the LX7 (10MP) and TS2 (14MP) and the LX7 (1/1.7") and TS2 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The LX7 was launched 2 years later than the TS2 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the LX7 matches up vs the TS2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LX7 comes with exterior dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst 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).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the LX7 compared to the TS2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the LX7 and TS2 is 86 and 93 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through technical specs. The graphic here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the LX7 and TS2.

As you have seen, both of those cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The LX7 featuring a larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Panasonic TS2 will render greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent LX7 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.