Panasonic TS1 vs Panasonic TS4

Let's look much closer at the Panasonic TS1 and Panasonic TS4, both Waterproof digital cameras and both of them are designed by Panasonic. The resolution of the TS1 (12MP) and the TS4 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TS1 was brought out 4 years earlier than the TS4 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the TS1 scores vs the TS4 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS1 Gallery & Panasonic TS4 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS1 enjoys external measurements of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Panasonic TS4 has proportions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic TS1 and Panasonic TS4 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the TS1 against the TS4.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the TS1 and TS4 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements just by looking at technical specs. The visual underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the TS1 and TS4.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of files however you will need to take the age of the products into consideration. The older TS1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.