Panasonic TS5 vs Sony A550

Here, we will be contrasting the Panasonic TS5 and Sony A550, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the TS5 (16MP) and the A550 (14MP) is pretty similar but the TS5 (1/2.3") and A550 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The TS5 was brought out 3 years later than the A550 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic TS5 being a Compact camera and the Sony A550 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief view of how the TS5 grades versus the A550 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A550. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS5 Gallery and Sony A550 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS5 has got outer measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Sony A550 has measurements of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") and a weight of 632 grams (1.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic TS5 and Sony A550 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the TS5 versus the A550.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the TS5 and A550 is 91 and 63 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over a spec sheet. The visual below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TS5 and A550.

As you can see, both of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The TS5 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Panasonic TS5 will offer you extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The fresher TS5 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.