Panasonic TS10 vs Panasonic ZS50

Its time to take a deeper look at the Panasonic TS10 vs Panasonic ZS50, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both offered by Panasonic. The resolution of the TS10 (14MP) and the ZS50 (12MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TS10 was released 6 years earlier than the ZS50 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the TS10 grades against the ZS50 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS10 Gallery and Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS10 enjoys outside dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS50 has sizing of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic TS10 vs Panasonic ZS50 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the TS10 versus the ZS50.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS10 and ZS50 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through technical specs. The photograph below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS10 and ZS50.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic TS10 to render extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The older TS10 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.