Panasonic TS2 vs Sony RX1

Here, we are comparing the Panasonic TS2 versus Sony RX1, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the TS2 (14MP) and RX1 (24MP) and the TS2 (1/2.3") and RX1 (Full frame) provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The TS2 was introduced 4 years prior to the RX1 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic TS2 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short highlight of how the TS2 grades against the RX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS2 Gallery and Sony RX1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS2 provides external dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Sony RX1 has proportions of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the TS2 vs the RX1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the TS2 and RX1 is 93 and 79 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by going through specifications. The photograph below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the TS2 and RX1.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The TS2 having a smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Sony RX1 will show extra detail using its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older TS2 will be behind in sensor technology.