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Panasonic FH5 vs Panasonic TS1

Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
31
Overall
35
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 front
Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
24
Overall
30

Panasonic FH5 vs Panasonic TS1 Key Specs

Panasonic FH5
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
  • 121g - 94 x 54 x 19mm
  • Introduced January 2011
  • Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FS18
Panasonic TS1
(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
  • Introduced January 2009
  • Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT1
  • Replacement is Panasonic TS2
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Panasonic FH5 vs Panasonic TS1 Overview

On this page, we are reviewing the Panasonic FH5 and Panasonic TS1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof and they are both designed by Panasonic. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the FH5 (16MP) and TS1 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH5 was brought out 24 months later than the TS1 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick view of how the FH5 grades against the TS1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Photography Glossary
	
	

Reasons to pick Panasonic FH5 over the Panasonic TS1

 FH5 TS1 
IntroducedJanuary 2011January 2009More recent by 24 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Panasonic FH5

 TS1 FH5 

Common features in the Panasonic FH5 and Panasonic TS1

 FH5 TS1 
Focus manually No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal display dimensions
Display resolution230k230kEqual display resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch friendly display Absent Touch friendly display

Panasonic FH5 vs Panasonic TS1 Physical Comparison

If you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FH5 provides outside dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS1 has specifications of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FH5 and Panasonic TS1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the FH5 compared to the TS1.

Panasonic FH5 vs Panasonic TS1 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability score of the FH5 and TS1 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Panasonic FH5 vs Panasonic TS1 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic FH5 vs Panasonic TS1 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements just by going through specs. The photograph below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH5 and TS1.

All in all, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic FH5 to provide greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos more aggressively. The more recent FH5 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Panasonic FH5 vs Panasonic TS1 sensor size comparison

Panasonic FH5 vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic FH5 vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic FH5 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic TS1 as a Portrait photography camera
34
good resolution (16MP)
has face detect focusing
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
21
lack of manual focus
manual mode not possible
sensor resolution low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Panasonic FH5 Street photography advice
Panasonic TS1 Street photography advice
67
has image stabilization (Optical)
supports focus by touch
lighter than competition (121g)
screen does not articulate
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
61
image stabilization (Optical)
weather proof
fixed screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic FH5 as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic TS1 as a Sports photography camera
40
has image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
has tracking focus
max frames per second very slow (4.0 fps)
no shutter priority
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
30
image stabilization (Optical)
weather proof
max shutter speed is low (1/1,300s)
painfully slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic FH5 Travel photography advice
Panasonic TS1 Travel photography advice
71
lighter than competition (121g)
supports focus by touch
good resolution (16MP)
built-in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
missing Timelapse mode
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
61
weather proof
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse recording
sensor resolution low (12MP)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic FH5 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic TS1 as a Landscape photography camera
38
relatively wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
no manual exposure
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
missing Timelapse mode
35
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
weather proof
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
manual mode not possible
sensor resolution low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
lack of Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic FH5 Vlogging info
Panasonic TS1 Vlogging info
33
relatively wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect focusing
lighter than competition (121 grams)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
display isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing microphone support
28
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external mic jack
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Panasonic FH5 vs Panasonic TS1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic FH5 and Panasonic TS1
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1
General Information
Brand Panasonic Panasonic
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1
Also Known as Lumix DMC-FS18 Lumix DMC-FT1
Category Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Introduced 2011-01-05 2009-01-27
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip Venus Engine IV -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4608 x 3456 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 6400 6400
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points 11 11
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-112mm (4.0x) 28-128mm (4.6x)
Highest aperture f/3.1-6.5 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus range 5cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 60 seconds 60 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/1600 seconds 1/1300 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 4.0 frames/s 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.30 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG AVCHD Lite
Mic input
Headphone input
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 seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 121 grams (0.27 lb) 189 grams (0.42 lb)
Physical dimensions 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 260 shots -
Type of battery Battery Pack -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Pricing at launch $169 $380