Panasonic TS10 vs Sony HX99

Below is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic TS10 versus Sony HX99, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the TS10 (14MP) and HX99 (18MP) and the TS10 (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) come with different sensor sizing.

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The TS10 was released 9 years prior to the HX99 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the TS10 matches up vs the HX99 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic TS10 Gallery & Sony HX99 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera often, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS10 has exterior dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Sony HX99 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic TS10 versus Sony HX99 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the TS10 compared to the HX99.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS10 and HX99 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements merely by checking out technical specs. The graphic below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS10 and HX99.

As you can tell, each of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The TS10 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Sony HX99 will provide extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots much more aggressively. The older TS10 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.