Panasonic TS3 vs Sony HX5

Here, we are evaluating the Panasonic TS3 and Sony HX5, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the TS3 (12MP) and the HX5 (10MP) is fairly comparable but the TS3 (1/2.3") and HX5 (1/2.4") offer different sensor size.

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The TS3 was revealed 15 months after the HX5 making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the TS3 matches up vs the HX5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5. The full galleries are available at Panasonic TS3 Gallery & Sony HX5 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS3 features outside dimensions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony HX5 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the TS3 and the HX5.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the TS3 and HX5 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Often, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes only by going through specs. The picture below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS3 and HX5.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The TS3 having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic TS3 will provide extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern TS3 provides a benefit in sensor tech.