Canon SX210 IS vs Panasonic TS5

In this article, we are looking at the Canon SX210 IS versus Panasonic TS5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the TS5 (16MP) is very close and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX210 IS was released 4 years prior to the TS5 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the SX210 IS grades against the TS5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX210 IS Gallery and Panasonic TS5 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX210 IS features exterior dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Panasonic TS5 has proportions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the SX210 IS versus the TS5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX210 IS and TS5 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor measurements purely by viewing technical specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX210 IS and TS5.

As you can tell, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic TS5 to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older SX210 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.