Panasonic FH5 vs Sony TF1
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Panasonic FH5 vs Sony TF1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 121g - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Launched January 2011
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FS18
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.6-4.7) lens
- 152g - 102 x 62 x 23mm
- Announced June 2013

Panasonic FH5 vs Sony TF1 Overview
Following is a complete review of the Panasonic FH5 and Sony TF1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FH5 (16MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The FH5 was introduced 3 years earlier than the TF1 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the FH5 scores against the TF1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic FH5 vs Sony TF1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH5 Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH5 over the Sony TF1
FH5 | TF1 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Panasonic FH5
TF1 | FH5 | |||
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Announced | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 29 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FH5 and Sony TF1
FH5 | TF1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Panasonic FH5 vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH5 features physical dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Sony TF1 has sizing of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
See the Panasonic FH5 and Sony TF1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the FH5 and the TF1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FH5 and TF1 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Panasonic FH5 vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes purely by viewing a spec sheet. The pic below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH5 and TF1.
Clearly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photos but you should always consider the age of the cameras into account. The more aged FH5 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Panasonic FH5 vs Sony TF1 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic FH5 vs Sony TF1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 |
Other name | Lumix DMC-FS18 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2013-06-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-6.5 | f/3.6-4.7 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 2 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.30 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 121 grams (0.27 lbs) | 152 grams (0.34 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" 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 pictures | 240 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $169 | $266 |