Panasonic TS1 vs Sony HX300

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic TS1 vs Sony HX300, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the TS1 (12MP) and HX300 (20MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TS1 was revealed 5 years prior to the HX300 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic TS1 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the TS1 grades against the HX300 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS1 Gallery and Sony HX300 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS1 has got physical dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Sony HX300 has measurements of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic TS1 vs Sony HX300 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the TS1 against the HX300.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS1 and HX300 is 93 and 63 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing specs. The photograph here might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS1 and HX300.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sony HX300 to result in extra detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The older TS1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.