Panasonic TS1 vs Sony HX9V
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Panasonic TS1 vs Sony HX9V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 189g - 98 x 63 x 23mm
- Announced January 2009
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT1
- Refreshed by Panasonic TS2
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 245g - 105 x 59 x 34mm
- Launched July 2011

Panasonic TS1 vs Sony HX9V Overview
Here, we are matching up the Panasonic TS1 vs Sony HX9V, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the TS1 (12MP) and HX9V (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The TS1 was brought out 3 years earlier than the HX9V which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a short overview of how the TS1 scores against the HX9V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic TS1 vs Sony HX9V Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS1 Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Sony HX9V
TS1 | HX9V |
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Reasons to pick Sony HX9V over the Panasonic TS1
HX9V | TS1 | |||
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Launched | July 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 30 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic TS1 and Sony HX9V
TS1 | HX9V | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Panasonic TS1 vs Sony HX9V Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS1 provides external measurements of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Sony HX9V has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic TS1 vs Sony HX9V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the TS1 compared to the HX9V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS1 and HX9V is 93 and 91 respectively.

Panasonic TS1 vs Sony HX9V Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by researching technical specs. The image here may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the TS1 and HX9V.
As you can tell, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony HX9V to result in more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged TS1 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Panasonic TS1 vs Sony HX9V Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic TS1 vs Sony HX9V Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FT1 | - |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2009-01-27 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | XtraFine LCD display with TruBlack technology |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | AVCHD Lite | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 189g (0.42 lbs) | 245g (0.54 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 105 x 59 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | - | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $380 | $328 |