Panasonic TS5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
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Panasonic TS5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G 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
- Superseded the Panasonic TS4
- Later Model is Panasonic TS6
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Launched August 2012
Panasonic TS5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Panasonic TS5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the TS5 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe TS5 was released 11 months after the Galaxy Camera 3G so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the TS5 grades vs the Galaxy Camera 3G in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic TS5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS5 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS5 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
TS5 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Launched | July 2013 | August 2012 | More modern by 11 months | |
Display resolution | 460k | 0k | Clearer display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Panasonic TS5
Galaxy Camera 3G | TS5 | |||
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Display size | 4.8" | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic TS5 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
TS5 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Panasonic TS5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS5 has external measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic TS5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the TS5 compared to the Galaxy Camera 3G.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the TS5 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 91 and 90 respectively.
Panasonic TS5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by viewing specifications. The pic here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the TS5 and Galaxy Camera 3G.
To sum up, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you should consider the age of the cameras into account. The younger TS5 will have a benefit in sensor technology.
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Panasonic TS5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FT5 | - |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2013-07-12 | 2012-08-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | - |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 4.8 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 0 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | - |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 214 gr (0.47 lb) | 305 gr (0.67 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | DMW-BCM13 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $350 | $606 |