Panasonic LS5 vs Panasonic TS1

Its time to take a closer look at the Panasonic LS5 versus Panasonic TS1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The resolution of the LS5 (14MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The LS5 was released 2 years later than the TS1 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the LS5 scores versus the TS1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic LS5 Gallery & Panasonic TS1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LS5 features physical measurements of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS1 has measurements of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic LS5 versus Panasonic TS1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the LS5 vs the TS1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LS5 and TS1 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements purely by checking out specifications. The graphic here will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the LS5 and TS1.

To sum up, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic LS5 to provide extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more modern LS5 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.