Panasonic TS4 vs Panasonic TS5

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").

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.