Panasonic TS5 vs Sony A380

Lets look more closely at the Panasonic TS5 versus Sony A380, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the TS5 (16MP) and the A380 (14MP) is very well matched but the TS5 (1/2.3") and A380 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The TS5 was released 3 years after the A380 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic TS5 being a Compact camera and the Sony A380 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the TS5 grades vs the A380 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A380. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic TS5 Gallery and Sony A380 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS5 features external measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Sony A380 has dimensions of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") with a weight of 519 grams (1.14 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic TS5 versus Sony A380 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the TS5 versus the A380.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the TS5 and A380 is 91 and 68 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions only by looking at a spec sheet. The picture here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TS5 and A380.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The TS5 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Panasonic TS5 will give you extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images way more aggressively. The newer TS5 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.