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FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic TS5

Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
28
Overall
33
FujiFilm FinePix T300 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 front
Portability
91
Imaging
40
Features
43
Overall
41

FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic TS5 Key Specs

FujiFilm T300
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-280mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
  • 151g - 97 x 57 x 28mm
  • Introduced July 2011
  • Additionally referred to as FinePix T305
Panasonic TS5
(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
  • Released July 2013
  • Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT5
  • Previous Model is Panasonic TS4
  • Refreshed by Panasonic TS6
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FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic TS5 Overview

In this article, we will be looking at the FujiFilm T300 and Panasonic TS5, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the T300 (14MP) and the TS5 (16MP) is pretty close and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The T300 was released 24 months prior to the TS5 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summary of how the T300 matches up versus the TS5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm T300 over the Panasonic TS5

 T300 TS5 

Reasons to pick Panasonic TS5 over the FujiFilm T300

 TS5 T300 
ReleasedJuly 2013July 2011Newer by 24 months
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kClearer screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm T300 and Panasonic TS5

 T300 TS5 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch screen Missing Touch screen

FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic TS5 Physical Comparison

If you are going to travel with your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm T300 features external dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Panasonic TS5 has measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the T300 versus the TS5.

FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic TS5 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the T300 and TS5 is 94 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic TS5 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic TS5 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions only by researching technical specs. The image underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the T300 and TS5.

As you have seen, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic TS5 to result in greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged T300 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic TS5 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic TS5 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic TS5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm T300 Portrait photography features
Panasonic TS5 Portrait photography features
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decent MP (14 megapixels)
supports face detect focusing
manual focus not available
manual mode not available
external flash not possible
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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decent MP (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
external flash not possible
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with FujiFilm T300
Street photography with Panasonic TS5
57
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
61
image stabilization (Optical)
environment proofing
no articulating screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm T300 Sports photography info
Panasonic TS5 Sports photography info
37
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
max fps very slow (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
low battery pack (180 per charge)
doesn't have phase detect AF
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image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16MP)
features tracking autofocus
environment proofing
better than average battery life (370 CIPA)
low max shutter speed (1/1,300 seconds)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm T300 as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic TS5 as a Travel photography camera
65
decent MP (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
rather wide (28mm)
very long reach (280mm)
does not have Timelapse recording
low battery pack (180 per charge)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
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better than average battery life (370 shots)
environment proofing
decent MP (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
really wide (28mm)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm T300 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic TS5 as a Landscape photography camera
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rather wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
manual mode not available
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
low battery pack (180 shots)
does not have Timelapse recording
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really wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
environment proofing
better than average battery life (370 per charge)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with FujiFilm T300
Vlogging with Panasonic TS5
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rather wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports face detect focusing
slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have microphone support
32
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of external mic support
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FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic TS5 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm T300 and Panasonic TS5
 FujiFilm FinePix T300Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Panasonic
Model FujiFilm FinePix T300 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5
Also called FinePix T305 Lumix DMC-FT5
Category Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Introduced 2011-07-19 2013-07-12
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD 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 14 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4288 x 3216 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Maximum enhanced ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points - 23
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-280mm (10.0x) 28-128mm (4.6x)
Maximal aperture f/3.4-5.6 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus distance 5cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" 3"
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen technology TFT color LCD monitor TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 secs 60 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1300 secs
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 2.60 m 5.60 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 151g (0.33 pounds) 214g (0.47 pounds)
Dimensions 97 x 57 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 180 shots 370 shots
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-45A DMW-BCM13
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD / SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Launch pricing $250 $350