Canon G15 vs Panasonic TS5

Below is a in depth analysis of the Canon G15 and Panasonic TS5, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the G15 (12MP) and TS5 (16MP) and the G15 (1/1.7") and TS5 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The G15 was revealed 9 months prior to the TS5 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the G15 grades against the TS5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G15 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The full galleries are provided at Canon G15 Gallery and Panasonic TS5 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon G15 enjoys physical measurements of 107mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 1.6") with a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS5 has specifications of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Look at the Canon G15 and Panasonic TS5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the G15 and the TS5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the G15 and TS5 is 86 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements just by reviewing specs. The photograph underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the G15 and TS5.

All in all, both of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G15 using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic TS5 will offer extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The older G15 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.