Panasonic TS4 vs Sony QX10

Below, we will be comparing the Panasonic TS4 versus Sony QX10, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Lens-style by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the TS4 (12MP) and QX10 (18MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The TS4 was introduced 19 months before the QX10 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic TS4 being a Compact camera and the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera.

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the TS4 grades against the QX10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS4 Gallery and Sony QX10 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS4 comes with outside measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony QX10 has proportions of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).

Check the Panasonic TS4 versus Sony QX10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the TS4 against the QX10.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the TS4 and QX10 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to see the gap between sensor sizes just by reading specifications. The picture underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the TS4 and QX10.

To sum up, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony QX10 to offer extra detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged TS4 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.