Panasonic TS4 vs Sony A99 II

Here is a in depth analysis of the Panasonic TS4 and Sony A99 II, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the TS4 (12MP) and A99 II (42MP) and the TS4 (1/2.3") and A99 II (Full frame) feature totally different sensor size.

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The TS4 was introduced 5 years prior to the A99 II and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic TS4 being a Compact camera and the Sony A99 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the TS4 matches up versus the A99 II in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 & Sony Alpha A99 II. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS4 Gallery & Sony A99 II Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS4 has exterior 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 Sony A99 II has sizing of 143mm x 104mm x 76mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") having a weight of 849 grams (1.87 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the TS4 versus the A99 II.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS4 and A99 II is 92 and 57 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing purely by going over specs. The photograph here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the TS4 and A99 II.

All in all, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The TS4 having a tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF harder and the Sony A99 II will deliver extra detail using its extra 30 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older TS4 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.