Panasonic TS5 vs Sony G3

Following is a in-depth assessment of the Panasonic TS5 vs Sony G3, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the TS5 (16MP) and G3 (10MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TS5 was revealed 4 years after the G3 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the TS5 matches up against the G3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS5 Gallery and Sony G3 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS5 has external measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Sony G3 has proportions of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic TS5 vs Sony G3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the TS5 and the G3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the TS5 and G3 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Often, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes simply by checking out technical specs. The image below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TS5 and G3.

As you have seen, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic TS5 to show extra detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The newer TS5 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.