Panasonic TS5 vs Panasonic ZS100
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Panasonic TS5 vs Panasonic ZS100 Key Specs
(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
- Introduced July 2013
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT5
- Replaced the Panasonic TS4
- New Model is Panasonic TS6
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-250mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 312g - 111 x 65 x 44mm
- Revealed January 2016
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ100
- Updated by Panasonic ZS200
Panasonic TS5 vs Panasonic ZS100 Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Panasonic TS5 vs Panasonic ZS100, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both designed by Panasonic. The image resolution of the TS5 (16MP) and the ZS100 (20MP) is pretty similar but the TS5 (1/2.3") and ZS100 (1") provide different sensor size.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe TS5 was revealed 3 years prior to the ZS100 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic TS5 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic ZS100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the TS5 scores vs the ZS100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic TS5 vs Panasonic ZS100 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic TS5 Gallery & Panasonic ZS100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS5 over the Panasonic ZS100
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS100 over the Panasonic TS5
ZS100 | TS5 | |||
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Revealed | January 2016 | July 2013 | Fresher by 30 months | |
Manually focus | More exact focus | |||
Screen resolution | 1040k | 460k | Clearer screen (+580k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic TS5 and Panasonic ZS100
TS5 | ZS100 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen size | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Panasonic TS5 vs Panasonic ZS100 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS5 has exterior measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS100 has dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 312 grams (0.69 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic TS5 vs Panasonic ZS100 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the TS5 compared to the ZS100.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS5 and ZS100 is 91 and 87 respectively.
Panasonic TS5 vs Panasonic ZS100 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by going over a spec sheet. The graphic here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the TS5 and ZS100.
Clearly, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The TS5 with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Panasonic ZS100 will offer you greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots more aggressively. The older TS5 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Panasonic TS5 vs Panasonic ZS100 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FT5 | Lumix DMC-TZ100 |
Type | Waterproof | Large Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-07-12 | 2016-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | MOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,166 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Max silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 9.9 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | 8.00 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE 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) | 4K/UHD (3840 x 2160 @ 30p/24p), 1920 x 1080 @ 60p/60i/30p/24p, 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 214 grams (0.47 lb) | 312 grams (0.69 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 111 x 65 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 70 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 559 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 photographs | 300 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | DMW-BCM13 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3 shots @ 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $350 | $700 |