Casio EX-ZR400 vs Panasonic TS5
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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Panasonic TS5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 205g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 110 x 67 x 29mm
- Launched July 2013
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT5
- Earlier Model is Panasonic TS4
- Updated by Panasonic TS6

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Panasonic TS5 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Casio EX-ZR400 vs Panasonic TS5, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-ZR400 (16MP) and the TS5 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR400 was launched 5 months prior to the TS5 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the EX-ZR400 scores versus the TS5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Panasonic TS5 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery & Panasonic TS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR400 over the Panasonic TS5
EX-ZR400 | TS5 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS5 over the Casio EX-ZR400
TS5 | EX-ZR400 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR400 and Panasonic TS5
EX-ZR400 | TS5 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | July 2013 | Similar age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-ZR400 vs Panasonic TS5 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR400 provides external measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Panasonic TS5 has specifications of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
See the Casio EX-ZR400 vs Panasonic TS5 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-ZR400 compared to the TS5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR400 and TS5 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Panasonic TS5 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements only by reviewing specs. The photograph here might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR400 and TS5.
All in all, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP and you can expect similar quality of images though you will want to consider the age of the products into consideration.

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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Panasonic TS5 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Panasonic |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FT5 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2013-01-29 | 2013-07-12 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 461k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 30.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (15, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) 224 x 64 (1000 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 205 gr (0.45 lb) | 214 gr (0.47 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 pictures | 370 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-130 | DMW-BCM13 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $0 | $350 |