Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic TS5

Here is a complete review of the Nikon Z7 II versus Panasonic TS5, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and TS5 (16MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and TS5 (1/2.3") posses different sensor measurements.

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The Z7 II was brought out 7 years later than the TS5 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS5 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the Z7 II grades against the TS5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z7 Mark II & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon Z7 II Gallery & Panasonic TS5 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera often, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z7 II comes with outer measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS5 has dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Examine the Nikon Z7 II versus Panasonic TS5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the Z7 II against the TS5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 II and TS5 is 61 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by reading a spec sheet. The photograph below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z7 II and TS5.

As you can see, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z7 II due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z7 II will offer you greater detail having its extra 30 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The younger Z7 II should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.