Panasonic TS2 vs Sony HX90V

The following is a thorough assessment of the Panasonic TS2 versus Sony HX90V, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the TS2 (14MP) and HX90V (18MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TS2 was introduced 6 years before the HX90V which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the TS2 grades against the HX90V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS2 Gallery & Sony HX90V Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS2 has got physical measurements 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 Sony HX90V has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view size comparison of the TS2 versus the HX90V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS2 and HX90V is 93 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by going over technical specs. The picture underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the TS2 and HX90V.

As you have seen, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Sony HX90V to offer you extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged TS2 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.