Panasonic TS5 vs Sony NEX-C3

Here is a extended assessment of the Panasonic TS5 versus Sony NEX-C3, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TS5 (16MP) and the NEX-C3 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the TS5 (1/2.3") and NEX-C3 (APS-C) have totally different sensor size.

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The TS5 was brought out 23 months later than the NEX-C3 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic TS5 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-C3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the TS5 grades against the NEX-C3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 and Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic TS5 Gallery and Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS5 has outer dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-C3 has measurements of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the TS5 against the NEX-C3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS5 and NEX-C3 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by going through technical specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the TS5 and NEX-C3.

As you can tell, the two cameras have the same megapixels albeit not the same sensor sizing. The TS5 comes with the smaller sensor which should make obtaining shallow DOF more challenging. The more recent TS5 will have an edge in sensor technology.