Panasonic TS4 vs Sony W800

On this page, we will be contrasting the Panasonic TS4 vs Sony W800, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the TS4 (12MP) and W800 (20MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TS4 was brought out 24 months prior to the W800 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the TS4 matches up versus the W800 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic TS4 Gallery and Sony W800 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS4 has 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) while the Sony W800 has measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic TS4 vs Sony W800 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the TS4 against the W800.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS4 and W800 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to see the difference in sensor measurements only by going through technical specs. The graphic here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the TS4 and W800.

As you have seen, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony W800 to produce greater detail having its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older TS4 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.