Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic TS5

Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic SZ7 versus Panasonic TS5, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof and both are designed by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SZ7 (14MP) and the TS5 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ7 was unveiled 18 months prior to the TS5 making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SZ7 scores versus the TS5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The full galleries are available at Panasonic SZ7 Gallery & Panasonic TS5 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic SZ7 has external measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Panasonic TS5 has sizing of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the SZ7 vs the TS5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ7 and TS5 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading specs. The photograph underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ7 and TS5.

All in all, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic TS5 to offer extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The older SZ7 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.