Panasonic TS20 vs Panasonic ZS1

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Panasonic TS20 versus Panasonic ZS1, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are sold by Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the TS20 (16MP) and ZS1 (10MP) and the TS20 (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The TS20 was revealed 2 years after the ZS1 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick overview of how the TS20 matches up versus the ZS1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic TS20 Gallery and Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic TS20 has got physical measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS1 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic TS20 versus Panasonic ZS1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the TS20 compared to the ZS1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS20 and ZS1 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading specifications. The pic here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TS20 and ZS1.

To sum up, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The TS20 with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Panasonic TS20 will offer extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer TS20 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.