Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax VS20
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Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax VS20 Key Specs
(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
- Introduced January 2012
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT20
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-560mm (F3.1-4.8) lens
- 235g - 111 x 61 x 38mm
- Introduced January 2012
Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax VS20 Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax VS20, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the TS20 (16MP) and the VS20 (16MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe TS20 was revealed within a month of the VS20 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the TS20 scores versus the VS20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax VS20 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 and Pentax Optio VS20. The full galleries are available at Panasonic TS20 Gallery and Pentax VS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS20 over the Pentax VS20
TS20 | VS20 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax VS20 over the Panasonic TS20
VS20 | TS20 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focus | |||
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic TS20 and Pentax VS20
TS20 | VS20 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | January 2012 | Same generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax VS20 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS20 has got exterior measurements 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 Pentax VS20 has sizing of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).
See the Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax VS20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the TS20 and the VS20.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the TS20 and VS20 is 95 and 90 respectively.
Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax VS20 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements only by researching specs. The graphic below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the TS20 and VS20.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos although you would want to factor the production date of the cameras into account.
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Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax VS20 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | Pentax Optio VS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | Pentax Optio VS20 |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FT20 | - |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-01-31 | 2012-01-25 |
Physical type | 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 | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 28-560mm (20.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | f/3.1-4.8 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/2500s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 2.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 142 grams (0.31 lb) | 235 grams (0.52 lb) |
Dimensions | 101 x 58 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 111 x 61 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | D-LI122 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $179 | $106 |