Panasonic TS2 vs Panasonic TS5

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Panasonic TS2 versus Panasonic TS5, both Waterproof digital cameras and they are both offered by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TS2 (14MP) and the TS5 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TS2 was manufactured 4 years prior to the TS5 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the TS2 scores against the TS5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic TS2 Gallery & Panasonic TS5 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic TS2 features physical dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Panasonic TS5 has specifications of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic TS2 versus Panasonic TS5 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the TS2 against the TS5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS2 and TS5 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through a spec sheet. The picture underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the TS2 and TS5.

As you can see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Panasonic TS5 to resolve extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged TS2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.