Panasonic TS20 vs Sony HX1

Here, we will be matching up the Panasonic TS20 and Sony HX1, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the TS20 (16MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the TS20 (1/2.3") and HX1 (1/2.4") boast different sensor measurements.

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The TS20 was manufactured 2 years later than the HX1 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic TS20 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the TS20 grades versus the HX1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic TS20 Gallery & Sony HX1 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS20 has got physical measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Sony HX1 has proportions of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic TS20 and Sony HX1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the TS20 and the HX1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS20 and HX1 is 95 and 67 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing just by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TS20 and HX1.

As you can see, both of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The TS20 because of its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Panasonic TS20 will offer you more detail due to its extra 7MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern TS20 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.