Panasonic FS42 vs Sony TX5

Lets take a closer look at the Panasonic FS42 vs Sony TX5, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FS42 (10MP) and the TX5 (10MP) is pretty similar but the FS42 (1/2.5") and TX5 (1/2.4") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The FS42 was manufactured 10 months earlier than the TX5 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the FS42 grades vs the TX5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS42 Gallery and Sony TX5 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FS42 comes with outside measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Sony TX5 has sizing of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the FS42 versus the TX5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FS42 and TX5 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading specs. The image here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FS42 and TX5.

All in all, each of these cameras have the same resolution albeit not the same sensor sizes. The FS42 provides the tinier sensor which will make obtaining bokeh more challenging. The more aged FS42 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.