Canon SX220 HS vs Panasonic TS5

Below, we will be looking at the Canon SX220 HS and Panasonic TS5, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the SX220 HS (12MP) and TS5 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX220 HS was manufactured 3 years prior to the TS5 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the SX220 HS matches up versus the TS5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon SX220 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX220 HS Gallery & Panasonic TS5 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX220 HS offers exterior dimensions of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Panasonic TS5 has sizing of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the SX220 HS vs the TS5.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX220 HS and TS5 is 96 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions only by checking technical specs. The picture underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX220 HS and TS5.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic TS5 to give greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged SX220 HS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.