Panasonic TS5 vs Panasonic ZS15

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic TS5 versus Panasonic ZS15, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the TS5 (16MP) and ZS15 (12MP) but they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TS5 was released 13 months later than the ZS15 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the TS5 matches up against the ZS15 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic TS5 Gallery & Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS5 enjoys physical 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) whilst the Panasonic ZS15 has dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic TS5 versus Panasonic ZS15 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the TS5 versus the ZS15.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the TS5 and ZS15 is 91 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements only by going over specifications. The photograph underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS5 and ZS15.

Plainly, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can expect the Panasonic TS5 to offer greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more modern TS5 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.