Panasonic TS5 vs Sony NEX-5R

Let's look more in depth at the Panasonic TS5 vs Sony NEX-5R, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TS5 (16MP) and the NEX-5R (16MP) is fairly comparable but the TS5 (1/2.3") and NEX-5R (APS-C) offer different sensor dimensions.

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The TS5 was launched 11 months after the NEX-5R so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic TS5 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-5R being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the TS5 matches up vs the NEX-5R when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 and Sony Alpha NEX-5R. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic TS5 Gallery and Sony NEX-5R Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic TS5 provides external dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Sony NEX-5R has specifications of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic TS5 vs Sony NEX-5R in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the TS5 and the NEX-5R.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the TS5 and NEX-5R is 91 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by checking out specs. The pic here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the TS5 and NEX-5R.

All in all, the 2 cameras have the same resolution but different sensor sizes. The TS5 includes the smaller sensor which is going to make achieving shallower DOF more challenging. The fresher TS5 provides an edge in sensor tech.