Fujifilm S9200 vs Panasonic TS5

Here, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm S9200 versus Panasonic TS5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm S9200 (16MP) and the TS5 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S9200 was launched 6 months later than the TS5 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S9200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic TS5 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm S9200 grades against the TS5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S9200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm S9200 Gallery and Panasonic TS5 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S9200 offers outer measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst 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 Fujifilm S9200 versus Panasonic TS5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm S9200 against the TS5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S9200 and TS5 is 61 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing just by going over a spec sheet. The graphic below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S9200 and TS5.

Clearly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels so you should expect similar quality of images though you will want to take the release date of the products into consideration.