Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic TS4

Following is a in depth review of the Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic TS4, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The resolution of the SZ7 (14MP) and the TS4 (12MP) is very similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ7 was released within a month of the TS4 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the SZ7 grades vs the TS4 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ7 Gallery and Panasonic TS4 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic SZ7 has got outside measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Panasonic TS4 has measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the SZ7 versus the TS4.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ7 and TS4 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing technical specs. The picture here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ7 and TS4.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic SZ7 to offer more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images much more aggressively.