Panasonic F5 vs Sony TX5

Here, we will be evaluating the Panasonic F5 vs Sony TX5, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the F5 (14MP) and TX5 (10MP) and the F5 (1/2.3") and TX5 (1/2.4") have different sensor sizes.

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The F5 was revealed 2 years after the TX5 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic F5 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX5 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the F5 matches up against the TX5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5. The full galleries are available at Panasonic F5 Gallery & Sony TX5 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic F5 has exterior dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Sony TX5 has proportions of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic F5 vs Sony TX5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the F5 against the TX5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the F5 and TX5 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes merely by reviewing technical specs. The image below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the F5 and TX5.

As you can tell, both of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The F5 using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic F5 will offer extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The newer F5 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.