Panasonic TS5 vs Sony A560

Here is a comprehensive overview of the Panasonic TS5 versus Sony A560, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the TS5 (16MP) and the A560 (14MP) is pretty close but the TS5 (1/2.3") and A560 (APS-C) possess different sensor sizes.

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The TS5 was unveiled 2 years later than the A560 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic TS5 being a Compact camera and the Sony A560 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the TS5 matches up vs the A560 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A560. The full galleries are available at Panasonic TS5 Gallery & Sony A560 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS5 enjoys outside 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 A560 has measurements of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic TS5 versus Sony A560 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the TS5 vs the A560.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TS5 and A560 is 91 and 64 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing specifications. The photograph underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the TS5 and A560.

Plainly, each of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The TS5 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic TS5 will render greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The newer TS5 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.