Panasonic TS4 vs Panasonic ZS40

Following is a complete assessment of the Panasonic TS4 versus Panasonic ZS40, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both sold by Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the TS4 (12MP) and ZS40 (18MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TS4 was launched 23 months prior to the ZS40 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the TS4 grades against the ZS40 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic TS4 Gallery and Panasonic ZS40 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS4 offers exterior dimensions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS40 has dimensions of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic TS4 versus Panasonic ZS40 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the TS4 and the ZS40.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the TS4 and ZS40 is 92 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading through a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS4 and ZS40.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS40 to give you extra detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged TS4 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.