Panasonic SZ5 vs Panasonic TS5

Here is a in depth assessment of the Panasonic SZ5 vs Panasonic TS5, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The image resolution of the SZ5 (14MP) and the TS5 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ5 was introduced 11 months before the TS5 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise view of how the SZ5 grades against the TS5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ5 Gallery & Panasonic TS5 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic SZ5 provides exterior dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS5 has dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the SZ5 vs the TS5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SZ5 and TS5 is 95 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading technical specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ5 and TS5.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic TS5 to offer greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older SZ5 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.