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Panasonic TS10 vs Panasonic XS1

Portability
93
Imaging
36
Features
20
Overall
29
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 front
Portability
97
Imaging
40
Features
26
Overall
34

Panasonic TS10 vs Panasonic XS1 Key Specs

Panasonic TS10
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
  • 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
  • Released January 2010
  • Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT10
Panasonic XS1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
  • 103g - 94 x 54 x 14mm
  • Released January 2013
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Panasonic TS10 vs Panasonic XS1 Overview

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Panasonic TS10 versus Panasonic XS1, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are manufactured by Panasonic. The resolution of the TS10 (14MP) and the XS1 (16MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TS10 was released 4 years before the XS1 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief view of how the TS10 scores versus the XS1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS10 over the Panasonic XS1

 TS10 XS1 

Reasons to pick Panasonic XS1 over the Panasonic TS10

 XS1 TS10 
ReleasedJanuary 2013January 2010More recent by 36 months

Common features in the Panasonic TS10 and Panasonic XS1

 TS10 XS1 
Manually focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent screen sizing
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lacking Touch friendly screen

Panasonic TS10 vs Panasonic XS1 Physical Comparison

For those who are going to lug around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS10 has outer dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Panasonic XS1 has measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") having a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the TS10 vs the XS1.

Panasonic TS10 vs Panasonic XS1 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS10 and XS1 is 93 and 97 respectively.

Panasonic TS10 vs Panasonic XS1 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic TS10 vs Panasonic XS1 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specs. The visual below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the TS10 and XS1.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Panasonic XS1 to offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The older TS10 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Panasonic TS10 vs Panasonic XS1 sensor size comparison

Panasonic TS10 vs Panasonic XS1 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic TS10 vs Panasonic XS1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic TS10 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic XS1 as a Portrait photography camera
28
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
30
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Panasonic TS10
Street photography with Panasonic XS1
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
weather proofing
fixed screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
64
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (103 grams)
fixed screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic TS10 Sports photography factors
Panasonic XS1 Sports photography factors
39
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
weather proofing
slow fps (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
41
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
comes with tracking focus
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic TS10 Travel photography info
Panasonic XS1 Travel photography info
61
weather proofing
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
missing Time Lapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
69
lighter than others (103 grams)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (24mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
does not feature selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic TS10 Landscape photography details
Panasonic XS1 Landscape photography details
36
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
weather proofing
lack of manual focus
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
small screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
missing Time Lapse mode
39
reasonably wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.7 inch)
no manual control
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic TS10 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic XS1 as a Vlogging camera
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external mic port
31
reasonably wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (103g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have microphone port
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Panasonic TS10 vs Panasonic XS1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic TS10 and Panasonic XS1
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1
General Information
Make Panasonic Panasonic
Model type Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1
Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT10 -
Category Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Released 2010-01-21 2013-01-07
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Venus Engine IV -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Highest Possible resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 6400 6400
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points 9 -
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-140mm (4.0x) 24-120mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/3.5-5.6 f/2.8-6.9
Macro focusing range 10cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen tech - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 60 secs 60 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/1600 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shutter speed 2.0 frames per second 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 4.90 m 4.40 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
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) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 188g (0.41 pounds) 103g (0.23 pounds)
Dimensions 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") 94 x 54 x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6")
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 life - 260 images
Battery form - Battery Pack
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Price at release $249 $130