Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic TS5

Here, we will be contrasting the Panasonic S1H and Panasonic TS5, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof and both are offered by Panasonic. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the S1H (24MP) and TS5 (16MP) and the S1H (Full frame) and TS5 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizes.

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The S1H was brought out 6 years after the TS5 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS5 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the S1H scores vs the TS5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic S1H Gallery & Panasonic TS5 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S1H provides exterior measurements of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS5 has proportions 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 Panasonic S1H and Panasonic TS5 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the S1H against the TS5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S1H and TS5 is 52 and 91 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading technical specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S1H and TS5.

As you have seen, both of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The S1H because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic S1H will deliver extra detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The newer S1H should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.