Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung HZ10W
93 Imaging
36 Features
29 Overall
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90 Imaging
33 Features
27 Overall
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Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung HZ10W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT2
- Replaced the Panasonic TS1
- Later Model is Panasonic TS3
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Launched May 2009
- Also referred to as WB500

Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung HZ10W Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung HZ10W, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the TS2 (14MP) and HZ10W (10MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The TS2 was introduced 9 months after the HZ10W so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the TS2 scores vs the HZ10W with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung HZ10W Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 and Samsung HZ10W. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS2 Gallery and Samsung HZ10W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the Samsung HZ10W
TS2 | HZ10W | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | ![]() | May 2009 | Newer by 9 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ10W over the Panasonic TS2
HZ10W | TS2 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Common features in the Panasonic TS2 and Samsung HZ10W
TS2 | HZ10W | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung HZ10W Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS2 has got external dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ10W has sizing of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung HZ10W in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the TS2 vs the HZ10W.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the TS2 and HZ10W is 93 and 90 respectively.

Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung HZ10W Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions only by going through a spec sheet. The picture below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS2 and HZ10W.
As you can see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic TS2 to provide extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more recent TS2 will have an edge in sensor tech.

Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung HZ10W Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung HZ10W Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | Samsung HZ10W | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | Samsung HZ10W |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FT2 | WB500 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-01-26 | 2009-05-14 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine HD II | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2432 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 16 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.10 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | AVCHD Lite | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 188 grams (0.41 pounds) | 249 grams (0.55 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $350 | $300 |