Panasonic S5 vs Panasonic TS6

The following is a thorough analysis of the Panasonic S5 and Panasonic TS6, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof and both are manufactured by Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the S5 (24MP) and TS6 (16MP) and the S5 (Full frame) and TS6 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The S5 was unveiled 5 years after the TS6 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic S5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the S5 grades vs the TS6 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic S5 Gallery and Panasonic TS6 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic S5 has got external measurements of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs) while the Panasonic TS6 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).

Analyze the Panasonic S5 and Panasonic TS6 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the S5 vs the TS6.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S5 and TS6 is 60 and 91 respectively.

Typically, its tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading a spec sheet. The pic here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S5 and TS6.

Clearly, both of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The S5 using its bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Panasonic S5 will offer more detail having an extra 8MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent S5 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.