Panasonic TS4 vs Samsung SL820

Here, we will be looking at the Panasonic TS4 vs Samsung SL820, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the TS4 (12MP) and the SL820 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TS4 was launched 2 years after the SL820 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the TS4 matches up vs the SL820 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 & Samsung SL820. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic TS4 Gallery & Samsung SL820 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS4 offers external dimensions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL820 has sizing of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the TS4 versus the SL820.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the TS4 and SL820 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Often, its hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions merely by researching specifications. The image underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS4 and SL820.

To sum up, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same MP and you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you would want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The more recent TS4 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.