Panasonic TS20 vs Sony HX400V

Here, we are contrasting the Panasonic TS20 versus Sony HX400V, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TS20 (16MP) and the HX400V (20MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TS20 was manufactured 24 months earlier than the HX400V making them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic TS20 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the TS20 scores vs the HX400V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic TS20 Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS20 has external measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Sony HX400V has sizing of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") and a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic TS20 versus Sony HX400V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the TS20 against the HX400V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS20 and HX400V is 95 and 62 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking specs. The picture underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TS20 and HX400V.

As you can plainly see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sony HX400V to give you greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged TS20 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.