Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic TS1

Lets take a more detailed look at the Nikon Z5 versus Panasonic TS1, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Z5 (24MP) and TS1 (12MP) and the Z5 (Full frame) and TS1 (1/2.3") provide different sensor measurements.

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The Z5 was announced 11 years after the TS1 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS1 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the Z5 grades versus the TS1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon Z5 Gallery & Panasonic TS1 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z5 has exterior dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS1 has measurements of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the Z5 and the TS1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Z5 and TS1 is 62 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes only by researching specifications. The picture here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Z5 and TS1.

Plainly, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Z5 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Nikon Z5 will provide you with greater detail with its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The younger Z5 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.