Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic TS5

In this article, we will be looking at the Fujifilm JZ200 and Panasonic TS5, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm JZ200 (16MP) and the TS5 (16MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JZ200 was introduced 18 months before the TS5 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm JZ200 grades versus the TS5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix JZ200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm JZ200 Gallery and Panasonic TS5 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm JZ200 enjoys outer measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS5 has proportions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm JZ200 and Panasonic TS5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm JZ200 vs the TS5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JZ200 and TS5 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements simply by researching a spec sheet. The photograph below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm JZ200 and TS5.

Clearly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you really should take the production date of the cameras into account. The older Fujifilm JZ200 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.