Panasonic TS20 vs Samsung DV300F

In this article, we are comparing the Panasonic TS20 and Samsung DV300F, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the TS20 (16MP) and the DV300F (16MP) is fairly close and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TS20 was revealed very close to the DV300F and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the TS20 grades against the DV300F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 and Samsung DV300F. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS20 Gallery and Samsung DV300F Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS20 enjoys external 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 Samsung DV300F has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic TS20 and Samsung DV300F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the TS20 and the DV300F.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TS20 and DV300F is 95 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by viewing specs. The graphic here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the TS20 and DV300F.

All in all, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution and you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you will need to take the production date of the cameras into account.