Panasonic LS5 vs Sony TF1

Here, we will be looking at the Panasonic LS5 vs Sony TF1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the LS5 (14MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The LS5 was unveiled 23 months prior to the TF1 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the LS5 scores against the TF1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic LS5 Gallery and Sony TF1 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LS5 has exterior measurements of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Sony TF1 has proportions of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the LS5 compared to the TF1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LS5 and TF1 is 94 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching technical specs. The picture underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the LS5 and TF1.

As you can tell, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sony TF1 to provide you with greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged LS5 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.