Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic TS1
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![Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-F5/Panasonic-F5-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS1/Panasonic-TS1-front.jpg)
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Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic TS1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 121g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 189g - 98 x 63 x 23mm
- Revealed January 2009
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FT1
- New Model is Panasonic TS2
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Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic TS1 Overview
Here is a complete overview of the Panasonic F5 and Panasonic TS1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The image resolution of the F5 (14MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is fairly similar and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
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The F5 was manufactured 4 years later than the TS1 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summary of how the F5 grades versus the TS1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic TS1 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic F5 Gallery and Panasonic TS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic F5 over the Panasonic TS1
F5 | TS1 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 49 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Panasonic F5
TS1 | F5 |
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Common features in the Panasonic F5 and Panasonic TS1
F5 | TS1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display size |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic TS1 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic F5 comes with outside dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS1 has dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic F5 and Panasonic TS1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the F5 versus the TS1.
![Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic TS1 size comparison Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic TS1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-F5-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS1-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the F5 and TS1 is 96 and 93 respectively.
![Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic TS1 top view buttons comparison Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic TS1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-F5-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic TS1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing only by reviewing technical specs. The visual below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the F5 and TS1.
As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic F5 to offer you more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images far more aggressively. The more recent F5 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
![Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic TS1 sensor size comparison Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic TS1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-F5-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-F5-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic TS1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FT1 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2013-01-07 | 2009-01-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.70 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 121 gr (0.27 pounds) | 189 gr (0.42 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $100 | $380 |