Panasonic TS1 vs Samsung WB700
93 Imaging
34 Features
24 Overall
30
98 Imaging
36 Features
21 Overall
30
Panasonic TS1 vs Samsung WB700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 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
- 189g - 98 x 63 x 23mm
- Revealed January 2009
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT1
- Replacement is Panasonic TS2
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 100 x 59 x 22mm
- Revealed December 2010
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Following is a in-depth comparison of the Panasonic TS1 versus Samsung WB700, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the TS1 (12MP) and the WB700 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe TS1 was manufactured 23 months earlier than the WB700 which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the TS1 matches up versus the WB700 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Samsung WB700
| TS1 | WB700 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung WB700 over the Panasonic TS1
| WB700 | TS1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | December 2010 | January 2009 | More modern by 23 months | |
| Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
| Screen resolution | 614k | 230k | Sharper screen (+384k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic TS1 and Samsung WB700
| TS1 | WB700 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
| Touch friendly screen | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic TS1 vs Samsung WB700 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic TS1 features exterior measurements of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Samsung WB700 has specifications of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the TS1 versus the WB700.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS1 and WB700 is 93 and 98 respectively.
Panasonic TS1 vs Samsung WB700 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by viewing a spec sheet. The image underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the TS1 and WB700.
Clearly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Samsung WB700 to provide you with greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged TS1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic TS1 vs Samsung WB700 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | Samsung WB700 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Panasonic | Samsung |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | Samsung WB700 |
| Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FT1 | - |
| Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2009-01-27 | 2010-12-28 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | - |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | 11 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | () |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | - |
| Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 614 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames per sec | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | AVCHD Lite | H.264 |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 189g (0.42 pounds) | - |
| Physical dimensions | 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 100 x 59 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 | ||
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal | - |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Pricing at launch | $380 | $300 |