Nikon AW120 vs Panasonic TS5

Its time to examine more in depth at the Nikon AW120 and Panasonic TS5, both Waterproof cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the AW120 (16MP) and the TS5 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The AW120 was announced 7 months later than the TS5 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the AW120 matches up against the TS5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix AW120 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The whole galleries are available at Nikon AW120 Gallery and Panasonic TS5 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon AW120 offers physical dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Panasonic TS5 has measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Examine the Nikon AW120 and Panasonic TS5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the AW120 vs the TS5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AW120 and TS5 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by checking out technical specs. The photograph here should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the AW120 and TS5.

As you have seen, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photos but you should really take the release date of the cameras into account. The newer AW120 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.