Panasonic FZ70 vs Panasonic TS5

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Panasonic FZ70 vs Panasonic TS5, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof and they are both built by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FZ70 (16MP) and the TS5 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FZ70 was brought out at a similar time to the TS5 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic TS5 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the FZ70 matches up vs the TS5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ70 Gallery and Panasonic TS5 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ70 enjoys exterior measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs) whilst 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).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the FZ70 vs the TS5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ70 and TS5 is 63 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes purely by looking at technical specs. The pic underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ70 and TS5.

As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of files however you need to take the release date of the products into consideration.