Panasonic S5 vs Panasonic TS25

On this page, we are evaluating the Panasonic S5 versus Panasonic TS25, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof and they are both produced by Panasonic. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the S5 (24MP) and TS25 (16MP) and the S5 (Full frame) and TS25 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizing.

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The S5 was revealed 7 years after the TS25 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic S5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS25 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the S5 scores against the TS25 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic S5 Gallery and Panasonic TS25 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S5 comes with external dimensions of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS25 has dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic S5 versus Panasonic TS25 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the S5 versus the TS25.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S5 and TS25 is 60 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading specs. The image below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S5 and TS25.

All in all, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S5 having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic S5 will deliver greater detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The fresher S5 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.