Panasonic TS4 vs Samsung TL500

On this page, we will be comparing the Panasonic TS4 vs Samsung TL500, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TS4 (12MP) and the TL500 (10MP) is relatively close but the TS4 (1/2.3") and TL500 (1/1.7") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The TS4 was launched 20 months after the TL500 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the TS4 matches up vs the TL500 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 and Samsung TL500. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic TS4 Gallery and Samsung TL500 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS4 comes with physical measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL500 has dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 386 grams (0.85 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic TS4 vs Samsung TL500 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the TS4 compared to the TL500.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the TS4 and TL500 is 92 and 88 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions purely by viewing technical specs. The image below might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the TS4 and TL500.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The TS4 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more challenging and the Panasonic TS4 will render more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger TS4 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.