Panasonic TS4 vs Panasonic ZS5

Below is a in-depth analysis of the Panasonic TS4 versus Panasonic ZS5, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are designed by Panasonic. The image resolution of the TS4 (12MP) and the ZS5 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TS4 was manufactured 20 months later than the ZS5 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the TS4 scores versus the ZS5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS4 Gallery and Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS4 enjoys exterior 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) and the Panasonic ZS5 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic TS4 versus Panasonic ZS5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the TS4 and the ZS5.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TS4 and ZS5 is 92 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements merely by checking out a spec sheet. The visual below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the TS4 and ZS5.

As you can see, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP and you should expect comparable quality of photos however you might want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more modern TS4 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.