Panasonic TS4 vs Sony HX100V
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Panasonic TS4 vs Sony HX100V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Announced January 2012
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FT4
- Earlier Model is Panasonic TS3
- Newer Model is Panasonic TS5
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 27-810mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 577g - 122 x 87 x 93mm
- Revealed October 2011
- New Model is Sony HX200V
Panasonic TS4 vs Sony HX100V Overview
In this write-up, we are analyzing the Panasonic TS4 vs Sony HX100V, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the TS4 (12MP) and HX100V (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe TS4 was launched 4 months after the HX100V and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic TS4 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the TS4 grades vs the HX100V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic TS4 vs Sony HX100V Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS4 Gallery and Sony HX100V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS4 over the Sony HX100V
TS4 | HX100V |
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Reasons to pick Sony HX100V over the Panasonic TS4
HX100V | TS4 | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic TS4 and Sony HX100V
TS4 | HX100V | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | October 2011 | Similar generation | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Missing Touch display |
Panasonic TS4 vs Sony HX100V Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS4 features 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 HX100V has dimensions of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic TS4 vs Sony HX100V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the TS4 against the HX100V.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the TS4 and HX100V is 92 and 66 respectively.
Panasonic TS4 vs Sony HX100V Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specifications. The picture here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS4 and HX100V.
Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Sony HX100V to resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively.
Panasonic TS4 vs Sony HX100V Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic TS4 vs Sony HX100V Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FT4 | - |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-01-31 | 2011-10-21 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine FHD | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 27-810mm (30.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | XtraFine LCD display with TruBlack technology |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | 12.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 197 gr (0.43 pounds) | 577 gr (1.27 pounds) |
Dimensions | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 122 x 87 x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 310 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $399 | $429 |