Panasonic TS2 vs Panasonic ZS40
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Panasonic TS2 vs Panasonic ZS40 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
- Introduced January 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT2
- Older Model is Panasonic TS1
- Successor is Panasonic TS3
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 240g - 111 x 64 x 34mm
- Announced January 2014
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ60
- Superseded the Panasonic ZS35
- Updated by Panasonic ZS45
Panasonic TS2 vs Panasonic ZS40 Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Panasonic TS2 versus Panasonic ZS40, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are offered by Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the TS2 (14MP) and ZS40 (18MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe TS2 was announced 5 years earlier than the ZS40 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the TS2 matches up against the ZS40 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic TS2 vs Panasonic ZS40 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic TS2 Gallery and Panasonic ZS40 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the Panasonic ZS40
TS2 | ZS40 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS40 over the Panasonic TS2
ZS40 | TS2 | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | January 2010 | Newer by 48 months | |
Manual focus | More exact focus | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Sharper display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic TS2 and Panasonic ZS40
TS2 | ZS40 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Panasonic TS2 vs Panasonic ZS40 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic TS2 has got outer 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) whilst the Panasonic ZS40 has specifications of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic TS2 versus Panasonic ZS40 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the TS2 and the ZS40.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS2 and ZS40 is 93 and 90 respectively.
Panasonic TS2 vs Panasonic ZS40 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions only by checking out specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TS2 and ZS40.
All in all, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS40 to produce extra detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged TS2 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
Panasonic TS2 vs Panasonic ZS40 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic TS2 vs Panasonic ZS40 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FT2 | Lumix DMC-TZ60 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-01-26 | 2014-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine HD II | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 18MP |
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 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 200k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.10 m | 6.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 (60p/60i/30p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | AVCHD Lite | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 188g (0.41 lb) | 240g (0.53 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 111 x 64 x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
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 | - | 300 pictures |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $350 | $450 |