Panasonic TS1 vs Sony HX90V

Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic TS1 and Sony HX90V, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the TS1 (12MP) and HX90V (18MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TS1 was introduced 7 years prior to the HX90V which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the TS1 scores vs the HX90V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic TS1 Gallery & Sony HX90V Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS1 has got exterior measurements of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Sony HX90V has proportions 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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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the TS1 compared to the HX90V.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the TS1 and HX90V is 93 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions simply by looking through a spec sheet. The pic underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the TS1 and HX90V.

Clearly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the Sony HX90V to provide you with more detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged TS1 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.