Panasonic TS10 vs Sony HX200V

Let's take a deeper look at the Panasonic TS10 vs Sony HX200V, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the TS10 (14MP) and HX200V (18MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TS10 was introduced 3 years prior to the HX200V and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic TS10 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the TS10 grades against the HX200V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic TS10 Gallery & Sony HX200V Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS10 enjoys outside dimensions 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 Sony HX200V has sizing of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the TS10 against the HX200V.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS10 and HX200V is 93 and 66 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph below may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS10 and HX200V.

Clearly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Sony HX200V to produce greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The older TS10 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.