Leica D-LUX 5 vs Panasonic TS4

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Leica D-LUX 5 versus Panasonic TS4, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Leica and Panasonic. The resolution of the D-LUX 5 (10MP) and the TS4 (12MP) is pretty well matched but the D-LUX 5 (1/1.63") and TS4 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor size.

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The D-LUX 5 was released 16 months before the TS4 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the D-LUX 5 grades versus the TS4 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Leica D-LUX 5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The complete galleries are provided at Leica D-LUX 5 Gallery and Panasonic TS4 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera often, you have to think about its weight and size. The Leica D-LUX 5 comes with outer dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Panasonic TS4 has specifications of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check out the Leica D-LUX 5 versus Panasonic TS4 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the D-LUX 5 vs the TS4.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the D-LUX 5 and TS4 is 88 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading through specifications. The image underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the D-LUX 5 and TS4.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The D-LUX 5 because of its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Panasonic TS4 will give you greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged D-LUX 5 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.