Panasonic SZ5 vs Panasonic TS2
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Panasonic SZ5 vs Panasonic TS2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 136g - 104 x 58 x 21mm
- Launched July 2012
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- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Announced January 2010
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT2
- Replaced the Panasonic TS1
- Later Model is Panasonic TS3
Panasonic SZ5 vs Panasonic TS2 Overview
The following is a extensive overview of the Panasonic SZ5 and Panasonic TS2, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. The resolution of the SZ5 (14MP) and the TS2 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe SZ5 was released 2 years after the TS2 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SZ5 grades vs the TS2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic SZ5 vs Panasonic TS2 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic SZ5 Gallery & Panasonic TS2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ5 over the Panasonic TS2
SZ5 | TS2 | |||
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Announced | July 2012 | January 2010 | Newer by 31 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the Panasonic SZ5
TS2 | SZ5 |
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Common features in the Panasonic SZ5 and Panasonic TS2
SZ5 | TS2 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic SZ5 vs Panasonic TS2 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic SZ5 has external measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Panasonic TS2 has proportions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic SZ5 and Panasonic TS2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the SZ5 and the TS2.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ5 and TS2 is 95 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic SZ5 vs Panasonic TS2 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions merely by going over specs. The picture here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ5 and TS2.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution and you can expect similar quality of images though you will need to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer SZ5 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Panasonic SZ5 vs Panasonic TS2 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT2 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2012-07-18 | 2010-01-26 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT Screen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | 5.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p ( 30,25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 136 grams (0.30 lb) | 188 grams (0.41 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 58 x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $195 | $350 |