Panasonic GF5 vs Panasonic TS20

The following is a in-depth assessment of the Panasonic GF5 vs Panasonic TS20, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are sold by Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the GF5 (12MP) and TS20 (16MP) and the GF5 (Four Thirds) and TS20 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The GF5 was released 3 months after the TS20 which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GF5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS20 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the GF5 grades vs the TS20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF5 Gallery & Panasonic TS20 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GF5 offers external measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Panasonic TS20 has proportions of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GF5 vs Panasonic TS20 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the GF5 versus the TS20.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the GF5 and TS20 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions merely by checking specifications. The picture below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the GF5 and TS20.

Plainly, each of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GF5 because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic TS20 will give you greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively.