Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic TS5

On this page, we will be matching up the Panasonic FS12 and Panasonic TS5, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the FS12 (12MP) and TS5 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FS12 was revealed 5 years before the TS5 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FS12 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic TS5 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the FS12 scores versus the TS5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FS12 Gallery & Panasonic TS5 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera often, you should think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FS12 comes with physical dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic TS5 has specifications of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FS12 and Panasonic TS5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the FS12 and the TS5.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FS12 and TS5 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by looking at a spec sheet. The image underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS12 and TS5.

Clearly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic TS5 to give you greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged FS12 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.