Panasonic TS4 vs Sony S2000
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Panasonic TS4 vs Sony S2000 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
- Introduced January 2012
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FT4
- Superseded the Panasonic TS3
- New Model is Panasonic TS5
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Announced January 2010
Panasonic TS4 vs Sony S2000 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Panasonic TS4 vs Sony S2000, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TS4 (12MP) and the S2000 (10MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe TS4 was unveiled 2 years after the S2000 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the TS4 matches up vs the S2000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic TS4 vs Sony S2000 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS4 Gallery and Sony S2000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS4 over the Sony S2000
TS4 | S2000 | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | January 2010 | Newer by 26 months |
Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Panasonic TS4
S2000 | TS4 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic TS4 and Sony S2000
TS4 | S2000 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | No Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic TS4 vs Sony S2000 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS4 features external measurements 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 S2000 has measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic TS4 vs Sony S2000 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the TS4 versus the S2000.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the TS4 and S2000 is 92 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic TS4 vs Sony S2000 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions just by going over specs. The image underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TS4 and S2000.
As you can plainly see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Panasonic TS4 to offer you extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The more modern TS4 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic TS4 vs Sony S2000 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FT4 | - |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-01-31 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine FHD | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 1s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/1200s |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 197g (0.43 lbs) | 167g (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 photographs | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $399 | $225 |