Panasonic TS1 vs Sony WX150

Here, we will be looking at the Panasonic TS1 versus Sony WX150, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the TS1 (12MP) and WX150 (18MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TS1 was brought out 4 years prior to the WX150 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the TS1 grades versus the WX150 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS1 Gallery & Sony WX150 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS1 offers outer 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 WX150 has proportions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the TS1 against the WX150.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the TS1 and WX150 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching technical specs. The pic underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the TS1 and WX150.

As you can tell, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Sony WX150 to render greater detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged TS1 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.