Panasonic TS1 vs Sony QX100

Below, we will be contrasting the Panasonic TS1 and Sony QX100, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Lens-style by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the TS1 (12MP) and QX100 (20MP) and the TS1 (1/2.3") and QX100 (1") use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The TS1 was revealed 5 years earlier than the QX100 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic TS1 being a Compact camera and the Sony QX100 being a Lens-style camera.

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the TS1 grades vs the QX100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS1 Gallery & Sony QX100 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS1 enjoys outside measurements of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Sony QX100 has dimensions of 63mm x 63mm x 56mm (2.5" x 2.5" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the TS1 compared to the QX100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the TS1 and QX100 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by looking at technical specs. The image underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the TS1 and QX100.

As you have seen, both cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The TS1 using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sony QX100 will give extra detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged TS1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.