Casio EX-H15 vs Panasonic TS5

The following is a thorough assessment of the Casio EX-H15 vs Panasonic TS5, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the EX-H15 (14MP) and the TS5 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-H15 was launched 4 years before the TS5 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the EX-H15 grades versus the TS5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-H15 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-H15 Gallery and Panasonic TS5 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-H15 enjoys physical dimensions of 101mm x 60mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Panasonic TS5 has dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-H15 vs Panasonic TS5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-H15 compared to the TS5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-H15 and TS5 is 93 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading through technical specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-H15 and TS5.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Panasonic TS5 to give you greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged EX-H15 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.