Panasonic TS10 vs Panasonic ZS5

Let's look much closer at the Panasonic TS10 versus Panasonic ZS5, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are designed by Panasonic. The image resolution of the TS10 (14MP) and the ZS5 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TS10 was manufactured 4 months prior to the ZS5 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the TS10 scores versus the ZS5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic TS10 Gallery and Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic TS10 comes with outside measurements of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS5 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic TS10 versus Panasonic ZS5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the TS10 versus the ZS5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the TS10 and ZS5 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Usually, its tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements just by going through specifications. The graphic underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the TS10 and ZS5.

Plainly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic TS10 to show extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images way more aggressively.