Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic TS5
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Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic TS5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 499g - 120 x 76 x 80mm
- Announced July 2012
- Replacement is Panasonic LZ30
(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
- Launched July 2013
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT5
- Replaced the Panasonic TS4
- Replacement is Panasonic TS6
Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic TS5 Overview
Let's take a more detailed look at the Panasonic LZ20 versus Panasonic TS5, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof and both are produced by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the LZ20 (16MP) and the TS5 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe LZ20 was brought out 11 months before the TS5 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic TS5 being a Compact camera.
Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the LZ20 scores vs the TS5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic TS5 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic LZ20 Gallery and Panasonic TS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ20 over the Panasonic TS5
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS5 over the Panasonic LZ20
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Launched | July 2013 | July 2012 | Newer by 11 months |
Common features in the Panasonic LZ20 and Panasonic TS5
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Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither contains Touch screen |
Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic TS5 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic LZ20 has got exterior measurements of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Panasonic TS5 has sizing of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Check the Panasonic LZ20 versus Panasonic TS5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the LZ20 vs the TS5.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the LZ20 and TS5 is 71 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic TS5 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking specifications. The picture here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the LZ20 and TS5.
Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of files however you really should factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged LZ20 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
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Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic TS5 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FT5 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Announced | 2012-07-18 | 2013-07-12 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-525mm (21.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT Screen LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.80 m | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p ( 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 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 | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 499 grams (1.10 lb) | 214 grams (0.47 lb) |
Dimensions | 120 x 76 x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 photos | 370 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | DMW-BCM13 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $250 | $350 |