Casio EX-Z33 vs Panasonic TS5

Lets examine more in depth at the Casio EX-Z33 and Panasonic TS5, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z33 (10MP) and TS5 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z33 was unveiled 4 years before the TS5 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the EX-Z33 scores against the TS5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z33 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z33 Gallery and Panasonic TS5 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z33 provides exterior dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 106 grams (0.23 lbs) and 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).

Compare the Casio EX-Z33 and Panasonic TS5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z33 vs the TS5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z33 and TS5 is 97 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z33 and TS5.

As you can see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic TS5 to provide you with extra detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older EX-Z33 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.