Panasonic G2 vs Panasonic TS5

On this page, we are comparing the Panasonic G2 versus Panasonic TS5, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof and they are both offered by Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the G2 (12MP) and TS5 (16MP) and the G2 (Four Thirds) and TS5 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor size.

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The G2 was introduced 4 years prior to the TS5 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS5 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the G2 grades vs the TS5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic G2 Gallery and Panasonic TS5 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G2 offers external dimensions of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Panasonic TS5 has dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic G2 versus Panasonic TS5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the G2 vs the TS5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the G2 and TS5 is 72 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions just by researching technical specs. The pic underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the G2 and TS5.

As you can tell, both of those cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G2 having a larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic TS5 will result in more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images more aggressively. The more aged G2 will be behind in sensor tech.