Panasonic TS20 vs Sony A850
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Panasonic TS20 vs Sony A850 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT20
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 895g - 156 x 117 x 82mm
- Launched April 2010
Panasonic TS20 vs Sony A850 Overview
Below, we will be analyzing the Panasonic TS20 and Sony A850, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the TS20 (16MP) and A850 (25MP) and the TS20 (1/2.3") and A850 (Full frame) possess different sensor dimensions.
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe TS20 was revealed 22 months after the A850 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic TS20 being a Compact camera and the Sony A850 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the TS20 grades against the A850 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic TS20 vs Sony A850 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A850. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic TS20 Gallery & Sony A850 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS20 over the Sony A850
TS20 | A850 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | April 2010 | Newer by 22 months |
Reasons to pick Sony A850 over the Panasonic TS20
A850 | TS20 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 230k | Crisper screen (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic TS20 and Sony A850
TS20 | A850 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic TS20 vs Sony A850 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS20 has got outside dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Sony A850 has dimensions of 156mm x 117mm x 82mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic TS20 and Sony A850 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the TS20 versus the A850.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the TS20 and A850 is 95 and 54 respectively.
Panasonic TS20 vs Sony A850 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions only by checking out a spec sheet. The pic below might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS20 and A850.
As you can see, both cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The TS20 with its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Sony A850 will provide more detail because of its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher TS20 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
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Panasonic TS20 vs Sony A850 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A850 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A850 |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-FT20 | - |
Class | Waterproof | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2012-01-31 | 2010-04-15 |
Physical type | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 25 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 6048 x 4032 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | - |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | TFT Xtra Fine color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 98% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.74x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 142g (0.31 lb) | 895g (1.97 lb) |
Dimensions | 101 x 58 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 156 x 117 x 82mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 79 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1415 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 pictures | 880 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo |
Card slots | Single | Dual |
Launch cost | $179 | $0 |