Fujifilm X10 vs Panasonic TS5

On this page, we will be looking at the Fujifilm X10 vs Panasonic TS5, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X10 (12MP) and TS5 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X10 (2/3") and TS5 (1/2.3") have different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X10 was introduced 12 months prior to the TS5 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm X10 matches up against the TS5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X10 Gallery & Panasonic TS5 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm X10 comes with outer measurements of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Panasonic TS5 has specifications of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X10 vs Panasonic TS5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X10 against the TS5.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X10 and TS5 is 83 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching technical specs. The pic below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X10 and TS5.

As you can tell, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X10 using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic TS5 will provide you with more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X10 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.