Panasonic LS5 vs Panasonic TS25

Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic LS5 vs Panasonic TS25, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof and they are both sold by Panasonic. The image resolution of the LS5 (14MP) and the TS25 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The LS5 was launched 17 months before the TS25 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the LS5 scores against the TS25 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic LS5 Gallery and Panasonic TS25 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic LS5 enjoys exterior measurements of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS25 has sizing of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic LS5 vs Panasonic TS25 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the LS5 and the TS25.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the LS5 and TS25 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes only by looking at a spec sheet. The image here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the LS5 and TS25.

Clearly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Panasonic TS25 to give you more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged LS5 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.