Panasonic TS1 vs Sony HX80

Lets take a more detailed look at the Panasonic TS1 and Sony HX80, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the TS1 (12MP) and HX80 (18MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TS1 was unveiled 8 years before the HX80 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the TS1 grades vs the HX80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic TS1 Gallery and Sony HX80 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS1 comes with physical dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Sony HX80 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the TS1 compared to the HX80.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the TS1 and HX80 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes only by viewing a spec sheet. The image here might offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS1 and HX80.

Clearly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sony HX80 to render extra detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged TS1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.