Panasonic TS1 vs Sony HX7V

On this page, we will be evaluating the Panasonic TS1 and Sony HX7V, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the TS1 (12MP) and HX7V (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TS1 was revealed 3 years earlier than the HX7V and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the TS1 grades against the HX7V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The full galleries are available at Panasonic TS1 Gallery & Sony HX7V Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS1 offers physical measurements of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Sony HX7V has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic TS1 and Sony HX7V in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the TS1 against the HX7V.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the TS1 and HX7V is 93 and 92 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the TS1 and HX7V.

As you can tell, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Sony HX7V to provide extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The older TS1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.