Panasonic TS5 vs Sony A200

Here, we are matching up the Panasonic TS5 vs Sony A200, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the TS5 (16MP) and A200 (10MP) and the TS5 (1/2.3") and A200 (APS-C) offer different sensor sizes.

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The TS5 was introduced 5 years after the A200 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic TS5 being a Compact camera and the Sony A200 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the TS5 matches up vs the A200 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A200. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic TS5 Gallery & Sony A200 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS5 has got physical dimensions 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 Sony A200 has proportions of 131mm x 99mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") and a weight of 572 grams (1.26 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the TS5 vs the A200.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS5 and A200 is 91 and 66 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes purely by going over specifications. The picture underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS5 and A200.

Plainly, both of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The TS5 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Panasonic TS5 will offer greater detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern TS5 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.