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Panasonic TS20 vs Panasonic XS1

Portability
95
Imaging
39
Features
28
Overall
34
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 front
Portability
97
Imaging
40
Features
26
Overall
34

Panasonic TS20 vs Panasonic XS1 Key Specs

Panasonic TS20
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
  • 142g - 101 x 58 x 19mm
  • Released January 2012
  • Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT20
Panasonic XS1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
  • 103g - 94 x 54 x 14mm
  • Launched January 2013
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Panasonic TS20 vs Panasonic XS1 Overview

The following is a in-depth comparison of the Panasonic TS20 and Panasonic XS1, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are created by Panasonic. The image resolution of the TS20 (16MP) and the XS1 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TS20 was announced 11 months before the XS1 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a short introduction of how the TS20 grades versus the XS1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS20 over the Panasonic XS1

 TS20 XS1 

Reasons to pick Panasonic XS1 over the Panasonic TS20

 XS1 TS20 
LaunchedJanuary 2013January 2012Newer by 11 months

Common features in the Panasonic TS20 and Panasonic XS1

 TS20 XS1 
Focus manually No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent screen measurement
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch screen Lack of Touch screen

Panasonic TS20 vs Panasonic XS1 Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS20 enjoys exterior dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Panasonic XS1 has dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") having a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic TS20 and Panasonic XS1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the TS20 against the XS1.

Panasonic TS20 vs Panasonic XS1 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the TS20 and XS1 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Panasonic TS20 vs Panasonic XS1 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic TS20 vs Panasonic XS1 Sensor Comparison

Generally, its tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions purely by checking out technical specs. The pic underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the TS20 and XS1.

As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP and you should expect comparable quality of files but you have to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged TS20 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Panasonic TS20 vs Panasonic XS1 sensor size comparison

Panasonic TS20 vs Panasonic XS1 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic TS20 vs Panasonic XS1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic TS20 Portrait photography features
Panasonic XS1 Portrait photography features
30
MP count good (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
30
good resolution (16MP)
no manual focus
manual mode not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Panasonic TS20 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic XS1 as a Street photography camera
67
built in image stabilization (Optical)
weather sealing
lighter than competition in class (142 grams)
screen is fixed
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
64
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (103g)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic TS20 Sports photography advice
Panasonic XS1 Sports photography advice
41
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
comes with tracking focus
weather sealing
low max shutter speed (1/1,300s)
max frames per second low (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
41
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
features tracking autofocus
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic TS20 Travel photography factors
Panasonic XS1 Travel photography factors
70
lighter than competition in class (142g)
weather sealing
MP count good (16MP)
has built in flash
decently wide (25mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
69
lighter than others (103g)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
fairly wide (24mm)
lack of Time Lapse recording
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic TS20 Landscape photography factors
Panasonic XS1 Landscape photography factors
41
decently wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16MP)
weather sealing
focusing manually not possible
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
does not have Timelapse mode
39
fairly wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.7 inch)
manual mode not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
lack of Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic TS20 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic XS1 as a Vlogging camera
31
decently wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (142 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
display is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have microphone socket
31
fairly wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (103g)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of external mic port
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Panasonic TS20 vs Panasonic XS1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic TS20 and Panasonic XS1
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1
General Information
Brand Name Panasonic Panasonic
Model type Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1
Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT20 -
Type Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Released 2012-01-31 2013-01-07
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
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 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 6400 6400
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points 23 -
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-100mm (4.0x) 24-120mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/3.9-5.7 f/2.8-6.9
Macro focusing range 5cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.9
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display technology TFT LCD TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8s 60s
Highest shutter speed 1/1300s 1/1600s
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames per sec 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 4.40 m 4.40 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format MPEG-4 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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 142 gr (0.31 pounds) 103 gr (0.23 pounds)
Dimensions 101 x 58 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") 94 x 54 x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 250 pictures 260 pictures
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Pricing at launch $179 $130