Panasonic TS10 vs Pentax VS20

Here is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic TS10 vs Pentax VS20, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the TS10 (14MP) and the VS20 (16MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TS10 was brought out 24 months before the VS20 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the TS10 scores against the VS20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 and Pentax Optio VS20. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic TS10 Gallery and Pentax VS20 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS10 comes with physical measurements of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Pentax VS20 has proportions of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

Check the Panasonic TS10 vs Pentax VS20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the TS10 versus the VS20.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the TS10 and VS20 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing simply by reviewing technical specs. The visual underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the TS10 and VS20.

As you can tell, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Pentax VS20 to deliver extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older TS10 is going to be behind in sensor tech.