Panasonic SZ8 vs Panasonic TS10

Here, we will be analyzing the Panasonic SZ8 and Panasonic TS10, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SZ8 (16MP) and the TS10 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ8 was released 4 years later than the TS10 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SZ8 matches up vs the TS10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ8 Gallery & Panasonic TS10 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic SZ8 has outside measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Panasonic TS10 has dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic SZ8 and Panasonic TS10 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the SZ8 vs the TS10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ8 and TS10 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by researching technical specs. The graphic underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ8 and TS10.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Panasonic SZ8 to result in more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer SZ8 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.