Panasonic TS4 vs Sony A330

Here is a detailed comparison of the Panasonic TS4 versus Sony A330, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the TS4 (12MP) and the A330 (10MP) is very close but the TS4 (1/2.3") and A330 (APS-C) provide different sensor size.

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The TS4 was announced 2 years later than the A330 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic TS4 being a Compact camera and the Sony A330 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the TS4 matches up against the A330 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A330. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic TS4 Gallery and Sony A330 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS4 has got physical 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 A330 has measurements of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 529 grams (1.17 lbs).

Check the Panasonic TS4 versus Sony A330 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the TS4 compared to the A330.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS4 and A330 is 92 and 67 respectively.

Normally, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The graphic below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS4 and A330.

All in all, the 2 cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The TS4 having a smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh more challenging and the Panasonic TS4 will render extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The younger TS4 provides a benefit in sensor technology.