Panasonic TS1 vs Panasonic ZS45

Lets look a bit more closely at the Panasonic TS1 versus Panasonic ZS45, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both offered by Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the TS1 (12MP) and ZS45 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TS1 was revealed 7 years earlier than the ZS45 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the TS1 scores vs the ZS45 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic TS1 Gallery & Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS1 features physical measurements of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS45 has measurements of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic TS1 versus Panasonic ZS45 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the TS1 against the ZS45.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS1 and ZS45 is 93 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading technical specs. The picture here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the TS1 and ZS45.

As you have seen, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic ZS45 to offer extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged TS1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.