Panasonic TS20 vs Panasonic ZS15

On this page, we are matching up the Panasonic TS20 and Panasonic ZS15, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are produced by Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the TS20 (16MP) and ZS15 (12MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TS20 was introduced 5 months earlier than the ZS15 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a quick summary of how the TS20 grades vs the ZS15 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS20 Gallery and Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS20 enjoys outside measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS15 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic TS20 and Panasonic ZS15 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the TS20 against the ZS15.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS20 and ZS15 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by going over specifications. The visual underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the TS20 and ZS15.

To sum up, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic TS20 to deliver extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a bit more aggressively.