Casio EX-10 vs Panasonic TS5

Below is a in-depth analysis of the Casio EX-10 vs Panasonic TS5, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Casio and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the EX-10 (12MP) and TS5 (16MP) and the EX-10 (1/1.7") and TS5 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor size.

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The EX-10 was launched 5 months later than the TS5 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the EX-10 matches up against the TS5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-10 Gallery and Panasonic TS5 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-10 has outer dimensions of 120mm x 68mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.9") with a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) while 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 Casio EX-10 vs Panasonic TS5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-10 and the TS5.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-10 and TS5 is 83 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements simply by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-10 and TS5.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The EX-10 because of its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic TS5 will provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively.