Panasonic TS20 vs Sony H55
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Panasonic TS20 vs Sony H55 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
- Launched January 2012
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT20
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 200g - 103 x 58 x 29mm
- Released June 2010
Panasonic TS20 vs Sony H55 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic TS20 versus Sony H55, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the TS20 (16MP) and the H55 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixelsThe TS20 was launched 20 months after the H55 making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the TS20 scores vs the H55 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic TS20 vs Sony H55 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic TS20 Gallery and Sony H55 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS20 over the Sony H55
TS20 | H55 | |||
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Released | January 2012 | June 2010 | Newer by 20 months |
Reasons to pick Sony H55 over the Panasonic TS20
H55 | TS20 | |||
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Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic TS20 and Sony H55
TS20 | H55 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Panasonic TS20 vs Sony H55 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS20 enjoys outer dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Sony H55 has sizing of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).
Check the Panasonic TS20 versus Sony H55 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the TS20 vs the H55.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the TS20 and H55 is 95 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic TS20 vs Sony H55 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions only by looking at a spec sheet. The image underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS20 and H55.
Clearly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic TS20 to give more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The newer TS20 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Panasonic TS20 vs Sony H55 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55 |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FT20 | - |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-01-31 | 2010-06-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz |
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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 3.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Slow Syncro, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
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 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 142 grams (0.31 pounds) | 200 grams (0.44 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 58 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 103 x 58 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 images | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo/ PRO HG-Duo, SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $179 | $235 |