Panasonic TS10 vs Sony RX1

Below, we will be comparing the Panasonic TS10 versus Sony RX1, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the TS10 (14MP) and RX1 (24MP) and the TS10 (1/2.3") and RX1 (Full frame) use different sensor sizing.

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The TS10 was launched 4 years earlier than the RX1 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic TS10 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the TS10 matches up versus the RX1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS10 Gallery & Sony RX1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS10 provides external measurements of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Sony RX1 has sizing of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic TS10 versus Sony RX1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the TS10 and the RX1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS10 and RX1 is 93 and 79 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements merely by going through a spec sheet. The photograph here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TS10 and RX1.

Clearly, the two cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The TS10 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh harder and the Sony RX1 will show greater detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older TS10 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.