Panasonic TS10 vs Sony HX50V

In this article, we are matching up the Panasonic TS10 vs Sony HX50V, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the TS10 (14MP) and HX50V (20MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TS10 was revealed 4 years prior to the HX50V and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief view of how the TS10 scores versus the HX50V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic TS10 Gallery & Sony HX50V Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS10 provides external measurements of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Sony HX50V has measurements of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic TS10 vs Sony HX50V in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the TS10 against the HX50V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS10 and HX50V is 93 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching specs. The visual here should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TS10 and HX50V.

All in all, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can anticipate the Sony HX50V to provide you with more detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older TS10 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.