Panasonic LX5 vs Panasonic TS5
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Panasonic LX5 vs Panasonic TS5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.63" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-90mm (F2.0-3.3) lens
- 271g - 110 x 65 x 43mm
- Released December 2011
- Succeeded the Panasonic LX3
- New Model is Panasonic LX7
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 110 x 67 x 29mm
- Introduced July 2013
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT5
- Previous Model is Panasonic TS4
- Updated by Panasonic TS6
Panasonic LX5 vs Panasonic TS5 Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Panasonic LX5 versus Panasonic TS5, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are offered by Panasonic. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the LX5 (10MP) and TS5 (16MP) and the LX5 (1/1.63") and TS5 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizes.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe LX5 was revealed 19 months before the TS5 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the LX5 grades vs the TS5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic LX5 vs Panasonic TS5 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The full galleries are available at Panasonic LX5 Gallery & Panasonic TS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LX5 over the Panasonic TS5
LX5 | TS5 | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS5 over the Panasonic LX5
TS5 | LX5 | |||
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Introduced | July 2013 | December 2011 | Newer by 19 months |
Common features in the Panasonic LX5 and Panasonic TS5
LX5 | TS5 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither includes Touch screen |
Panasonic LX5 vs Panasonic TS5 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and size. The Panasonic LX5 features outside dimensions of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") along with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Panasonic TS5 has specifications of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic LX5 versus Panasonic TS5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the LX5 vs the TS5.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the LX5 and TS5 is 88 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic LX5 vs Panasonic TS5 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions just by looking through technical specs. The image below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the LX5 and TS5.
As you can tell, each of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The LX5 using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Panasonic TS5 will render more detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged LX5 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic LX5 vs Panasonic TS5 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FT5 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2011-12-15 | 2013-07-12 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.63" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 8.07 x 5.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 44.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-90mm (3.8x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.0-3.3 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 4.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.20 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | AVCHD Lite | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 271 gr (0.60 pounds) | 214 gr (0.47 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 65 x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 41 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 19.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 132 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 370 photographs |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | DMW-BCM13 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $294 | $350 |