Panasonic FS12 vs Sony TX5

Below is a extensive review of the Panasonic FS12 and Sony TX5, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FS12 (12MP) and the TX5 (10MP) is pretty well matched but the FS12 (1/2.3") and TX5 (1/2.4") have different sensor sizing.

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The FS12 was brought out 10 months prior to the TX5 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the FS12 matches up against the TX5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS12 Gallery and Sony TX5 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS12 has external dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Sony TX5 has dimensions of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FS12 and Sony TX5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the FS12 vs the TX5.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FS12 and TX5 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading through specifications. The photograph below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FS12 and TX5.

To sum up, both of those cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The FS12 because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic FS12 will resolve more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older FS12 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.