Panasonic SZ10 vs Panasonic TS4

In this article, we are contrasting the Panasonic SZ10 vs Panasonic TS4, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof and both are designed by Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the SZ10 (16MP) and TS4 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ10 was brought out 2 years later than the TS4 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief view of how the SZ10 matches up vs the TS4 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ10 Gallery & Panasonic TS4 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic SZ10 offers external dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Panasonic TS4 has dimensions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SZ10 vs the TS4.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ10 and TS4 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements purely by researching specs. The visual here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ10 and TS4.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic SZ10 to provide you with extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent SZ10 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.