Panasonic G5 vs Panasonic TS20
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Panasonic G5 vs Panasonic TS20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 160 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 396g - 120 x 83 x 71mm
- Announced July 2012
- Succeeded the Panasonic G3
- Renewed by Panasonic G6
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 101 x 58 x 19mm
- Announced January 2012
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FT20
Panasonic G5 vs Panasonic TS20 Overview
Here is a complete overview of the Panasonic G5 vs Panasonic TS20, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof and both of them are created by Panasonic. The resolution of the G5 (16MP) and the TS20 (16MP) is very comparable but the G5 (Four Thirds) and TS20 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizes.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe G5 was revealed 6 months later than the TS20 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS20 being a Compact camera.
Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short view of how the G5 matches up versus the TS20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic G5 vs Panasonic TS20 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic G5 Gallery and Panasonic TS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic G5 over the Panasonic TS20
G5 | TS20 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS20 over the Panasonic G5
TS20 | G5 |
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Common features in the Panasonic G5 and Panasonic TS20
G5 | TS20 | |||
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Announced | July 2012 | January 2012 | Same generation |
Panasonic G5 vs Panasonic TS20 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G5 offers exterior measurements of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS20 has dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic G5 vs Panasonic TS20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the G5 compared to the TS20.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G5 and TS20 is 74 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic G5 vs Panasonic TS20 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing specs. The graphic here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the G5 and TS20.
As you can plainly see, both cameras enjoy the same exact megapixels but different sensor sizing. The G5 features the larger sensor which is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult.
Panasonic G5 vs Panasonic TS20 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic G5 vs Panasonic TS20 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT20 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Waterproof |
Announced | 2012-07-17 | 2012-01-31 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine VII FHD | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Total lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 920k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.50 m | 4.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/160s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25fps | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 396g (0.87 pounds) | 142g (0.31 pounds) |
Dimensions | 120 x 83 x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") | 101 x 58 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 61 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 618 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 320 images | 250 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $699 | $179 |