Panasonic TS4 vs Sony HX10V
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Panasonic TS4 vs Sony HX10V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Launched January 2012
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT4
- Superseded the Panasonic TS3
- Newer Model is Panasonic TS5
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-400mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 234g - 105 x 60 x 34mm
- Introduced February 2012
- Updated by Sony HX20V
Panasonic TS4 vs Sony HX10V Overview
In this article, we are looking at the Panasonic TS4 versus Sony HX10V, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the TS4 (12MP) and HX10V (18MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe TS4 was introduced around the same time to the HX10V which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the TS4 matches up vs the HX10V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic TS4 vs Sony HX10V Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic TS4 Gallery & Sony HX10V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS4 over the Sony HX10V
TS4 | HX10V |
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Reasons to pick Sony HX10V over the Panasonic TS4
HX10V | TS4 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Crisper display (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic TS4 and Sony HX10V
TS4 | HX10V | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | February 2012 | Same age | |
Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither contains Touch display |
Panasonic TS4 vs Sony HX10V Physical Comparison
When you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic TS4 has got outer measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony HX10V has specifications of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic TS4 versus Sony HX10V in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the TS4 against the HX10V.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the TS4 and HX10V is 92 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic TS4 vs Sony HX10V Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements merely by researching technical specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TS4 and HX10V.
As you have seen, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Sony HX10V to provide you with greater detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively.
Panasonic TS4 vs Sony HX10V Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic TS4 vs Sony HX10V Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-FT4 | - |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-01-31 | 2012-02-28 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine FHD | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 24-400mm (16.7x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | 5.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 197g (0.43 lb) | 234g (0.52 lb) |
Dimensions | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 105 x 60 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 310 photos | 320 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $399 | $616 |