Panasonic FS15 vs Sony TX5

Here, we are reviewing the Panasonic FS15 and Sony TX5, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FS15 (12MP) and the TX5 (10MP) is fairly well matched but the FS15 (1/2.3") and TX5 (1/2.4") boast different sensor size.

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The FS15 was brought out 13 months earlier than the TX5 making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief summation of how the FS15 scores versus the TX5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FS15 Gallery and Sony TX5 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FS15 has got external dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Sony TX5 has proportions of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FS15 and Sony TX5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the FS15 compared to the TX5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FS15 and TX5 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading through specs. The graphic here may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS15 and TX5.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The FS15 because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic FS15 will resolve more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older FS15 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.