Panasonic TS20 vs Sony WX80

Below, we are matching up the Panasonic TS20 versus Sony WX80, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the TS20 (16MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is fairly similar and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TS20 was announced 11 months prior to the WX80 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a short summary of how the TS20 matches up against the WX80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS20 Gallery & Sony WX80 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS20 features external measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Sony WX80 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the TS20 against the WX80.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS20 and WX80 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading technical specs. The graphic here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TS20 and WX80.

As you have seen, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of photos but you would want to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The older TS20 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.