Panasonic TS5 vs Panasonic ZS10

Let's examine more closely at the Panasonic TS5 and Panasonic ZS10, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are offered by Panasonic. The image resolution of the TS5 (16MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is fairly similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TS5 was revealed 2 years after the ZS10 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the TS5 grades vs the ZS10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS5 Gallery and Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic TS5 offers outside dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS10 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic TS5 and Panasonic ZS10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the TS5 against the ZS10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS5 and ZS10 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading specifications. The image below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the TS5 and ZS10.

Plainly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic TS5 to offer you greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The younger TS5 should have an edge in sensor tech.