Panasonic TS20 vs Sony WX300
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Panasonic TS20 vs Sony WX300 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
- Revealed January 2012
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT20
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 166g - 96 x 55 x 25mm
- Released February 2013
- Replacement is Sony WX350
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Following is a in-depth review of the Panasonic TS20 vs Sony WX300, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the TS20 (16MP) and the WX300 (18MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe TS20 was brought out 12 months prior to the WX300 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the TS20 scores versus the WX300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Photography Glossary Panasonic TS20 vs Sony WX300 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic TS20 Gallery and Sony WX300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS20 over the Sony WX300
| TS20 | WX300 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony WX300 over the Panasonic TS20
| WX300 | TS20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | February 2013 | January 2012 | More modern by 12 months | |
| Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
| Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic TS20 and Sony WX300
| TS20 | WX300 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
| Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
| Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
| Touch display | Neither features Touch display |
Panasonic TS20 vs Sony WX300 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS20 enjoys exterior 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) whilst the Sony WX300 has dimensions of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic TS20 vs Sony WX300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the TS20 against the WX300.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS20 and WX300 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic TS20 vs Sony WX300 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes only by checking out specifications. The pic below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TS20 and WX300.
Plainly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Sony WX300 to produce extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged TS20 will be behind in sensor tech.
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Panasonic TS20 vs Sony WX300 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 |
| Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FT20 | - |
| Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Revealed | 2012-01-31 | 2013-02-20 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| 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 | 18 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 23 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | f/3.5-6.5 |
| Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.40 m | 4.30 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4 | AVCHD |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 142g (0.31 lbs) | 166g (0.37 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 101 x 58 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 96 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
| 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 photographs | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | - | NP-BX1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at launch | $179 | $330 |