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Panasonic TS4 vs Sony W220

Portability
92
Imaging
36
Features
33
Overall
34
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27

Panasonic TS4 vs Sony W220 Key Specs

Panasonic TS4
(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
  • Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FT4
  • Superseded the Panasonic TS3
  • Refreshed by Panasonic TS5
Sony W220
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 30-120mm (F2.8-7.1) lens
  • 147g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
  • Released January 2009
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Panasonic TS4 vs Sony W220 Overview

Lets look more closely at the Panasonic TS4 vs Sony W220, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the TS4 (12MP) and the W220 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TS4 was launched 3 years after the W220 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the TS4 scores against the W220 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS4 over the Sony W220

 TS4 W220 
ReleasedJanuary 2012January 2009Newer by 38 months

Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Panasonic TS4

 W220 TS4 
Manually focus Dial accurate focusing

Common features in the Panasonic TS4 and Sony W220

 TS4 W220 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen measurement
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch screen Neither comes with Touch screen

Panasonic TS4 vs Sony W220 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS4 comes with physical 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) while the Sony W220 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic TS4 vs Sony W220 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the TS4 compared to the W220.

Panasonic TS4 vs Sony W220 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS4 and W220 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Panasonic TS4 vs Sony W220 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic TS4 vs Sony W220 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading through technical specs. The picture here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TS4 and W220.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP and you should expect similar quality of pictures though you should really consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern TS4 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.

Panasonic TS4 vs Sony W220 sensor size comparison

Panasonic TS4 vs Sony W220 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic TS4 vs Sony W220 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Panasonic TS4
Portrait photography with Sony W220
21
no manual focus
no external flash support
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
27
you can focus manually
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
low resolution sensor (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Panasonic TS4 as a Street photography camera
Sony W220 as a Street photography camera
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
environment sealing
screen is fixed
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
57
image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic TS4 Sports photography features
Sony W220 Sports photography features
38
has image stabilization (Optical)
supports tracking focus
environment sealing
better than average battery pack (310 shots)
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,300 seconds)
slow fps (4.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
25
image stabilization (Optical)
max frames per second very slow (2.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic TS4 Travel photography features
Sony W220 Travel photography features
66
better than average battery pack (310 CIPA)
environment sealing
flash built-in
relatively wide (28mm)
MP count low (12MP)
does not offer selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
51
built-in flash
missing Timelapse mode
low resolution sensor (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (30mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic TS4 Landscape photography features
Sony W220 Landscape photography features
41
relatively wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
environment sealing
better than average battery pack (310 per charge)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
32
you can focus manually
image stabilization (Optical)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (30mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
tiny screen (2.7")
manual exposure not available
low resolution sensor (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic TS4 Vlogging details
Sony W220 Vlogging details
32
relatively wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not offer selfie friendly display
lack of microphone support
25
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (30mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
low quality video (640 x 480 pxls)
missing external microphone socket
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Panasonic TS4 vs Sony W220 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic TS4 and Sony W220
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220
General Information
Company Panasonic Sony
Model type Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220
Also called Lumix DMC-FT4 -
Category Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2012-01-31 2009-01-08
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by Venus Engine FHD -
Sensor type CCD CCD
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 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 6400 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 23 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-128mm (4.6x) 30-120mm (4.0x)
Max aperture f/3.3-5.9 f/2.8-7.1
Macro focusing distance 5cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen tech TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 60 seconds 1 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/1300 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 4.0 frames/s 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 5.60 m 7.10 m (Auto ISO)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, Red-eye, Flash Off
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance 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) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (8 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 640x480
Video format MPEG-4, AVCHD Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 197g (0.43 lbs) 147g (0.32 lbs)
Physical dimensions 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9")
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 shots -
Battery type Battery Pack -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Launch cost $399 $160