Panasonic TS2 vs Sony HX9V

Below is a comprehensive comparison of the Panasonic TS2 versus Sony HX9V, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the TS2 (14MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TS2 was revealed 17 months earlier than the HX9V making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the TS2 scores against the HX9V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS2 Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic TS2 has got external measurements of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Sony HX9V has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the TS2 and the HX9V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the TS2 and HX9V is 93 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading through specs. The graphic below should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TS2 and HX9V.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sony HX9V to resolve extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older TS2 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.