Kodak Sport vs Panasonic TS5
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Kodak Sport vs Panasonic TS5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1250
- 640 x 480 video
- 35mm (F3.0) lens
- 175g - 147 x 58 x 23mm
- Released January 2011
(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
- Launched July 2013
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FT5
- Superseded the Panasonic TS4
- Successor is Panasonic TS6
Kodak Sport vs Panasonic TS5 Overview
In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Kodak Sport and Panasonic TS5, both Waterproof digital cameras by rivals Kodak and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the Sport (12MP) and TS5 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe Sport was revealed 3 years earlier than the TS5 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Sport scores against the TS5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Kodak Sport vs Panasonic TS5 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Sport & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The full galleries are provided at Kodak Sport Gallery & Panasonic TS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Sport over the Panasonic TS5
Sport | TS5 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS5 over the Kodak Sport
TS5 | Sport | |||
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Launched | July 2013 | January 2011 | Fresher by 30 months | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.4" | Bigger screen (+0.6") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 112k | Sharper screen (+348k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Sport and Panasonic TS5
Sport | TS5 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Kodak Sport vs Panasonic TS5 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Kodak Sport has got physical measurements of 147mm x 58mm x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS5 has sizing of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Look at the Kodak Sport and Panasonic TS5 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the Sport against the TS5.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Sport and TS5 is 92 and 91 respectively.
Kodak Sport vs Panasonic TS5 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specs. The visual below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Sport and TS5.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can expect the Panasonic TS5 to deliver extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The older Sport is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Kodak Sport vs Panasonic TS5 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Sport | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Kodak | Panasonic |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Sport | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT5 |
Category | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Released | 2011-01-04 | 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 | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1250 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35mm (1x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.4" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 112k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 2.40 m (@ ISO 360) | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | 175g (0.39 pounds) | 214g (0.47 pounds) |
Dimensions | 147 x 58 x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 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 | - | 370 photographs |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | DMW-BCM13 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $155 | $350 |