Panasonic TS4 vs Sony W220
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Panasonic TS4 vs Sony W220 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
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FT4
- Superseded the Panasonic TS3
- Refreshed by Panasonic TS5
(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

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").

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.

Panasonic TS4 vs Sony W220 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic TS4 Gallery and Sony W220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS4 over the Sony W220
TS4 | W220 | |||
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Released | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 38 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Panasonic TS4
W220 | TS4 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic TS4 and Sony W220
TS4 | W220 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal 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.
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.

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

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.

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Panasonic TS4 vs Sony W220 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 | |
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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 |