Panasonic TS2 vs Panasonic ZS20
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Panasonic TS2 vs Panasonic ZS20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Launched January 2010
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FT2
- Earlier Model is Panasonic TS1
- Renewed by Panasonic TS3
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 206g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Announced April 2012
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ30
- Replaced the Panasonic ZS15
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS25
Panasonic TS2 vs Panasonic ZS20 Overview
Below is a in-depth review of the Panasonic TS2 vs Panasonic ZS20, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the TS2 (14MP) and the ZS20 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe TS2 was launched 3 years prior to the ZS20 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the TS2 matches up against the ZS20 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic TS2 vs Panasonic ZS20 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic TS2 Gallery & Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the Panasonic ZS20
TS2 | ZS20 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS20 over the Panasonic TS2
ZS20 | TS2 | |||
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Announced | April 2012 | January 2010 | More recent by 27 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic TS2 and Panasonic ZS20
TS2 | ZS20 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Panasonic TS2 vs Panasonic ZS20 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS2 comes with outer 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) whilst the Panasonic ZS20 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic TS2 vs Panasonic ZS20 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the TS2 against the ZS20.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS2 and ZS20 is 93 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic TS2 vs Panasonic ZS20 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic here will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TS2 and ZS20.
As you can see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of files though you might want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The older TS2 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
Panasonic TS2 vs Panasonic ZS20 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic TS2 vs Panasonic ZS20 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-FT2 | Lumix DMC-TZ30 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-01-26 | 2012-04-26 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine HD II | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 15 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.10 m | 6.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | AVCHD Lite | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 188g (0.41 pounds) | 206g (0.45 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 photos |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $350 | $349 |