Panasonic TS4 vs Sony H400

Let's take a more detailed look at the Panasonic TS4 vs Sony H400, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the TS4 (12MP) and H400 (20MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TS4 was announced 24 months before the H400 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic TS4 being a Compact camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the TS4 scores vs the H400 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic TS4 Gallery and Sony H400 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic TS4 offers exterior measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony H400 has specifications of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") along with a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic TS4 vs Sony H400 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the TS4 against the H400.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS4 and H400 is 92 and 62 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing merely by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the TS4 and H400.

As you have seen, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony H400 to produce extra detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older TS4 will be behind in sensor technology.