Panasonic TS2 vs Panasonic ZS5
93 Imaging
36 Features
29 Overall
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92 Imaging
35 Features
30 Overall
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Panasonic TS2 vs Panasonic ZS5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 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
- Released January 2010
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT2
- Older Model is Panasonic TS1
- New Model is Panasonic TS3
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 214g - 103 x 60 x 32mm
- Released June 2010
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-TZ8
Panasonic TS2 vs Panasonic ZS5 Overview
Below, we will be comparing the Panasonic TS2 and Panasonic ZS5, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are produced by Panasonic. The resolution of the TS2 (14MP) and the ZS5 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe TS2 was unveiled 4 months prior to the ZS5 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the TS2 matches up against the ZS5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic TS2 vs Panasonic ZS5 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic TS2 Gallery & Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the Panasonic ZS5
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS5 over the Panasonic TS2
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Common features in the Panasonic TS2 and Panasonic ZS5
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Released | January 2010 | June 2010 | Same age | |
Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | 2.7" | Identical screen measurements | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | No Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic TS2 vs Panasonic ZS5 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS2 offers physical dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS5 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
See the Panasonic TS2 and Panasonic ZS5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the TS2 vs the ZS5.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS2 and ZS5 is 93 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic TS2 vs Panasonic ZS5 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements purely by going through a spec sheet. The graphic here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS2 and ZS5.
Clearly, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can count on the Panasonic TS2 to provide extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs much more aggressively.
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Panasonic TS2 vs Panasonic ZS5 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-FT2 | Lumix DMC-TZ8 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-01-26 | 2010-06-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine HD II | 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 area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.10 m | 5.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | AVCHD Lite | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 188 grams (0.41 lb) | 214 grams (0.47 lb) |
Dimensions | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 103 x 60 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $350 | $300 |