Panasonic TS4 vs Panasonic ZR1

Below is a detailed review of the Panasonic TS4 vs Panasonic ZR1, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both sold by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TS4 (12MP) and the ZR1 (12MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TS4 was launched 2 years later than the ZR1 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summation of how the TS4 matches up vs the ZR1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic TS4 Gallery & Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS4 provides outer measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Panasonic ZR1 has proportions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the TS4 versus the ZR1.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the TS4 and ZR1 is 92 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements just by reviewing technical specs. The visual below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TS4 and ZR1.

As you have seen, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels and you can expect similar quality of photographs though you will want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more modern TS4 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.