Panasonic SZ10 vs Panasonic TS20

Following is a complete analysis of the Panasonic SZ10 vs Panasonic TS20, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof and both of them are built by Panasonic. The image resolution of the SZ10 (16MP) and the TS20 (16MP) is very comparable and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ10 was introduced 2 years after the TS20 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the SZ10 matches up vs the TS20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ10 Gallery and Panasonic TS20 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic SZ10 has got outer measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS20 has dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic SZ10 vs Panasonic TS20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the SZ10 against the TS20.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ10 and TS20 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes purely by checking out specifications. The picture here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ10 and TS20.

To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos but you should always consider the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher SZ10 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.