Panasonic TS4 vs Sony RX10 III

Its time to look more in depth at the Panasonic TS4 vs Sony RX10 III, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the TS4 (12MP) and RX10 III (20MP) and the TS4 (1/2.3") and RX10 III (1") posses different sensor size.

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The TS4 was revealed 5 years prior to the RX10 III and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic TS4 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX10 III being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the TS4 matches up versus the RX10 III in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS4 Gallery and Sony RX10 III Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic TS4 features exterior measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony RX10 III has specifications of 133mm x 94mm x 127mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.0") along with a weight of 1051 grams (2.32 lbs).

Check the Panasonic TS4 vs Sony RX10 III in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the TS4 and the RX10 III.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS4 and RX10 III is 92 and 53 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TS4 and RX10 III.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The TS4 having a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Sony RX10 III will show more detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The older TS4 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.