Panasonic TS4 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Here, we will be contrasting the Panasonic TS4 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the TS4 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TS4 was announced 23 months earlier than the Galaxy Camera 2 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the TS4 scores against the Galaxy Camera 2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic TS4 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS4 comes with outer dimensions 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 Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has sizing of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic TS4 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the TS4 against the Galaxy Camera 2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the TS4 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing simply by going through specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS4 and Galaxy Camera 2.

All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 to produce extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older TS4 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.