Panasonic GF1 vs Panasonic TS5

Let's look a little more closely at the Panasonic GF1 versus Panasonic TS5, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Waterproof and they are both designed by Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the GF1 (12MP) and TS5 (16MP) and the GF1 (Four Thirds) and TS5 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor size.

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The GF1 was revealed 4 years before the TS5 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS5 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a quick summation of how the GF1 scores against the TS5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic GF1 Gallery & Panasonic TS5 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GF1 offers exterior dimensions of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs) and the Panasonic TS5 has measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GF1 versus Panasonic TS5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the GF1 versus the TS5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GF1 and TS5 is 85 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing purely by going over technical specs. The photograph here should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the GF1 and TS5.

As you can tell, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GF1 having a larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic TS5 will deliver extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older GF1 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.