Fujifilm X20 vs Panasonic TS5
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Fujifilm X20 vs Panasonic TS5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 353g - 117 x 70 x 57mm
- Revealed April 2013
- Superseded the Fujifilm X10
- New Model is Fujifilm X30
(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
- Introduced July 2013
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT5
- Older Model is Panasonic TS4
- Refreshed by Panasonic TS6

Fujifilm X20 vs Panasonic TS5 Overview
Here is a detailed review of the Fujifilm X20 and Panasonic TS5, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X20 (12MP) and TS5 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X20 (2/3") and TS5 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizing.

The Fujifilm X20 was launched 2 months earlier than the TS5 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm X20 matches up versus the TS5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X20 vs Panasonic TS5 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X20 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X20 Gallery & Panasonic TS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X20 over the Panasonic TS5
Fujifilm X20 | TS5 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS5 over the Fujifilm X20
TS5 | Fujifilm X20 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Fujifilm X20 and Panasonic TS5
Fujifilm X20 | TS5 | |||
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Introduced | April 2013 | ![]() | July 2013 | Similar age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm X20 vs Panasonic TS5 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X20 enjoys outside measurements of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") along with a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS5 has measurements 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 X20 and Panasonic TS5 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X20 versus the TS5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X20 and TS5 is 83 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm X20 vs Panasonic TS5 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking specs. The graphic below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X20 and TS5.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X20 because of its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Panasonic TS5 will resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively.

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Fujifilm X20 vs Panasonic TS5 Specifications
Fujifilm X20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm X20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FT5 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2013-04-29 | 2013-07-12 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR Processor II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CMOS |
Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 58.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0-2.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.8" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 85 percent | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shooting rate | 12.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/1000s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 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 | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 353 grams (0.78 pounds) | 214 grams (0.47 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 70 x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") | 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 | 270 pictures | 370 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-50 | DMW-BCM13 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $500 | $350 |