Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Panasonic TS2 and Panasonic LZ20 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic TS2 has external dimensions of 99 x 63 x 24 mm (3.9 x 2.48 x 0.94″) and weighs 188 g (0.41 lb / 6.63 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic LZ20 has external dimensions of 120 x 76 x 80 mm (4.72 x 2.99 x 3.15″) and weighs 499 g (1.10 lb / 17.60 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic TS2 and the Panasonic LZ20. Panasonic TS2 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 21mm narrower, 13mm shorter and 56mm thinner than Panasonic LZ20.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic TS2 and Panasonic LZ20.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic TS2 and Panasonic LZ20.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic TS2 is significantly lighter (311g ) than the Panasonic LZ20 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the TS2, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the LZ20.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Panasonic LZ20's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Panasonic TS2's 2.7" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.