Panasonic TS4 vs Sony A550

Below, we are analyzing the Panasonic TS4 versus Sony A550, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the TS4 (12MP) and the A550 (14MP) is fairly well matched but the TS4 (1/2.3") and A550 (APS-C) come with different sensor measurements.

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The TS4 was brought out 2 years after the A550 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic TS4 being a Compact camera and the Sony A550 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the TS4 grades vs the A550 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A550. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic TS4 Gallery & Sony A550 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS4 has physical dimensions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony A550 has proportions of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") along with a weight of 632 grams (1.39 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the TS4 compared to the A550.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the TS4 and A550 is 92 and 63 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading through specifications. The picture underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS4 and A550.

Plainly, the two cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The TS4 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony A550 will resolve extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The newer TS4 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.