Panasonic TS4 vs Panasonic TS5
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Panasonic TS4 vs Panasonic TS5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Revealed January 2012
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT4
- Old Model is Panasonic TS3
- Updated by Panasonic TS5
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 110 x 67 x 29mm
- Released July 2013
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT5
- Previous Model is Panasonic TS4
- Newer Model is Panasonic TS6
Panasonic TS4 vs Panasonic TS5 Overview
The following is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic TS4 and Panasonic TS5, both Waterproof digital cameras and both are sold by Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the TS4 (12MP) and TS5 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe TS4 was unveiled 17 months prior to the TS5 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the TS4 grades versus the TS5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic TS4 vs Panasonic TS5 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS4 Gallery and Panasonic TS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS4 over the Panasonic TS5
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS5 over the Panasonic TS4
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Released | July 2013 | January 2012 | Newer by 17 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic TS4 and Panasonic TS5
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic TS4 vs Panasonic TS5 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic TS4 features outer dimensions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Panasonic TS5 has specifications of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic TS4 and Panasonic TS5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the TS4 and the TS5.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the TS4 and TS5 is 92 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic TS4 vs Panasonic TS5 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by checking a spec sheet. The picture underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS4 and TS5.
Clearly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic TS5 to give you greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged TS4 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
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Panasonic TS4 vs Panasonic TS5 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FT4 | Lumix DMC-FT5 |
Type | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2012-01-31 | 2013-07-12 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
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 speed | 4.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 197g (0.43 lb) | 214g (0.47 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 310 shots | 370 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | DMW-BCM13 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $399 | $350 |