Panasonic LF1 vs Panasonic TS5

Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Panasonic LF1 versus Panasonic TS5, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof and both are offered by Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the LF1 (12MP) and TS5 (16MP) and the LF1 (1/1.7") and TS5 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizes.

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The LF1 was released 5 months later than the TS5 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the LF1 matches up vs the TS5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic LF1 Gallery and Panasonic TS5 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic LF1 offers outside dimensions of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Panasonic TS5 has specifications of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic LF1 versus Panasonic TS5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the LF1 against the TS5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the LF1 and TS5 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing specifications. The photograph here should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the LF1 and TS5.

To sum up, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The LF1 featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic TS5 will produce more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images way more aggressively.