Panasonic TS5 vs Panasonic TS6

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Panasonic TS5 versus Panasonic TS6, both Waterproof digital cameras and they are both produced by Panasonic. The resolution of the TS5 (16MP) and the TS6 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TS5 was unveiled 18 months prior to the TS6 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the TS5 matches up versus the TS6 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic TS5 Gallery & Panasonic TS6 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS5 has got outside measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Panasonic TS6 has sizing of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the TS5 and the TS6.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the TS5 and TS6 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Generally, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at technical specs. The visual underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TS5 and TS6.

As you can tell, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures although you may want to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The older TS5 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.