Panasonic TS1 vs Sony HX20V

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Panasonic TS1 vs Sony HX20V, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the TS1 (12MP) and HX20V (18MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TS1 was announced 4 years prior to the HX20V and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the TS1 grades against the HX20V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS1 Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic TS1 has got external measurements of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Sony HX20V has specifications of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Check the Panasonic TS1 vs Sony HX20V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the TS1 vs the HX20V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the TS1 and HX20V is 93 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to see the gap between sensor measurements merely by going over a spec sheet. The photograph here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the TS1 and HX20V.

Clearly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony HX20V to offer you more detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older TS1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.