Panasonic TS20 vs Sony H300
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Panasonic TS20 vs Sony H300 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
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FT20
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-875mm (F3-5.9) lens
- 590g - 130 x 95 x 122mm
- Announced February 2014

Panasonic TS20 vs Sony H300 Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Panasonic TS20 vs Sony H300, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the TS20 (16MP) and the H300 (20MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The TS20 was launched 24 months earlier than the H300 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic TS20 being a Compact camera and the Sony H300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the TS20 grades vs the H300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic TS20 vs Sony H300 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic TS20 Gallery and Sony H300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS20 over the Sony H300
TS20 | H300 |
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Reasons to pick Sony H300 over the Panasonic TS20
H300 | TS20 | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2012 | More modern by 24 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic TS20 and Sony H300
TS20 | H300 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Panasonic TS20 vs Sony H300 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS20 features exterior 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 Sony H300 has sizing of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") having a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic TS20 vs Sony H300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the TS20 and the H300.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the TS20 and H300 is 95 and 63 respectively.

Panasonic TS20 vs Sony H300 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes only by looking through technical specs. The picture here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the TS20 and H300.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony H300 to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged TS20 will be behind in sensor technology.

Panasonic TS20 vs Sony H300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic TS20 vs Sony H300 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300 |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FT20 | - |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-01-31 | 2014-02-13 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz(R) |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5152 x 3864 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 25-875mm (35.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | f/3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 201k dots |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 8.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 142 grams (0.31 lb) | 590 grams (1.30 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 58 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 130 x 95 x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 pictures | 350 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (Off, 10 sec, 2 sec, portrait1, portrait2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $179 | $249 |