Panasonic TS1 vs Zeiss ZX1

Below, we are comparing the Panasonic TS1 and Zeiss ZX1, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Zeiss. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the TS1 (12MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the TS1 (1/2.3") and ZX1 (Full frame) enjoy different sensor size.

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The TS1 was unveiled 10 years prior to the ZX1 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic TS1 being a Compact camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the TS1 grades versus the ZX1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 and Zeiss ZX1. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic TS1 Gallery and Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS1 offers 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) whilst the Zeiss ZX1 has dimensions of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic TS1 and Zeiss ZX1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the TS1 compared to the ZX1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS1 and ZX1 is 93 and 67 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading through specifications. The image underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TS1 and ZX1.

Plainly, the 2 cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The TS1 using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Zeiss ZX1 will give more detail having an extra 25 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged TS1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.