Panasonic TS1 vs Sony S2100
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Panasonic TS1 vs Sony S2100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT1
- Replacement is Panasonic TS2
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Launched January 2010
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Its time to take a closer look at the Panasonic TS1 versus Sony S2100, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TS1 (12MP) and the S2100 (12MP) is very well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe TS1 was announced 11 months prior to the S2100 and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a brief summary of how the TS1 grades versus the S2100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Sony S2100
| TS1 | S2100 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony S2100 over the Panasonic TS1
| S2100 | TS1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2010 |  | January 2009 | Newer by 11 months |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic TS1 and Sony S2100
| TS1 | S2100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | No manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Equal display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither provides Touch display |
Panasonic TS1 vs Sony S2100 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS1 provides external dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Sony S2100 has measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the TS1 against the S2100.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS1 and S2100 is 93 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic TS1 vs Sony S2100 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking technical specs. The picture here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the TS1 and S2100.
As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP and you can expect similar quality of photos but you should always take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged TS1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Panasonic TS1 vs Sony S2100 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 |
| Alternative name | Lumix DMC-FT1 | - |
| Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2009-01-27 | 2010-01-07 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.1-5.6 |
| Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 1 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/1200 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 2.0fps | 1.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 3.30 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video file format | AVCHD Lite | Motion JPEG |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 189 gr (0.42 lbs) | 167 gr (0.37 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery model | - | 2 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Pricing at release | $380 | $0 |
