Panasonic FZ1000 vs Panasonic TS5

Below is a extended assessment of the Panasonic FZ1000 and Panasonic TS5, former being a Large Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof and they are both designed by Panasonic. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the FZ1000 (20MP) and TS5 (16MP) and the FZ1000 (1") and TS5 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The FZ1000 was launched 12 months later than the TS5 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic TS5 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the FZ1000 grades versus the TS5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery & Panasonic TS5 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ1000 has got external dimensions of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") along with a weight of 831 grams (1.83 lbs) while the Panasonic TS5 has dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FZ1000 and Panasonic TS5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the FZ1000 against the TS5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ1000 and TS5 is 55 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements merely by going through specs. The visual underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ1000 and TS5.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The FZ1000 because of its larger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Panasonic FZ1000 will produce greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics more aggressively. The newer FZ1000 will have an advantage in sensor technology.