Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic TS2
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Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic TS2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 133g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Revealed January 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Launched January 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT2
- Succeeded the Panasonic TS1
- Successor is Panasonic TS3
Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic TS2 Overview
The following is a comprehensive assessment of the Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic TS2, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are offered by Panasonic. The resolution of the SZ7 (14MP) and the TS2 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe SZ7 was brought out 24 months after the TS2 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SZ7 matches up versus the TS2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic TS2 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ7 Gallery & Panasonic TS2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ7 over the Panasonic TS2
SZ7 | TS2 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | January 2010 | Newer by 24 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the Panasonic SZ7
TS2 | SZ7 |
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Common features in the Panasonic SZ7 and Panasonic TS2
SZ7 | TS2 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lacking Touch screen |
Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic TS2 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic SZ7 has outer dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Panasonic TS2 has sizing of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic TS2 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the SZ7 against the TS2.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ7 and TS2 is 95 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic TS2 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions purely by going over technical specs. The image below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ7 and TS2.
As you can tell, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photos however you will need to take the age of the products into consideration. The more modern SZ7 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic TS2 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FT2 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2012-01-09 | 2010-01-26 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 4cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | 5.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | AVCHD Lite |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 133g (0.29 lb) | 188g (0.41 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 photos | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $199 | $350 |