Panasonic TS2 vs Sony W610

Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic TS2 versus Sony W610, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the TS2 (14MP) and the W610 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TS2 was released 23 months prior to the W610 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summary of how the TS2 scores versus the W610 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic TS2 Gallery & Sony W610 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS2 comes with outer measurements of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Sony W610 has dimensions of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the TS2 versus the W610.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the TS2 and W610 is 93 and 97 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by reviewing technical specs. The picture below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the TS2 and W610.

As you have seen, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP and you can expect similar quality of pictures though you have to factor the age of the products into consideration. The more aged TS2 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.