Panasonic G5 vs Panasonic TS25

Following is a complete analysis of the Panasonic G5 versus Panasonic TS25, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof and they are both designed by Panasonic. The resolution of the G5 (16MP) and the TS25 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the G5 (Four Thirds) and TS25 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizes.

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The G5 was released 5 months before the TS25 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS25 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the G5 grades versus the TS25 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic G5 Gallery & Panasonic TS25 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G5 features outside measurements of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") having a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS25 has measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the G5 and the TS25.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the G5 and TS25 is 74 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes merely by seeing specs. The image here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G5 and TS25.

As you can plainly see, both cameras offer the same exact MP albeit different sensor sizes. The G5 features the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallow DOF easier.