Panasonic TS5 vs Sony HX350

Following is a complete overview of the Panasonic TS5 vs Sony HX350, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the TS5 (16MP) and the HX350 (20MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TS5 was announced 4 years prior to the HX350 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic TS5 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX350 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the TS5 matches up vs the HX350 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic TS5 Gallery and Sony HX350 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS5 offers outer 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) and the Sony HX350 has proportions of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") having a weight of 652 grams (1.44 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic TS5 vs Sony HX350 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the TS5 compared to the HX350.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the TS5 and HX350 is 91 and 62 respectively.

Usually, its hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes only by viewing specs. The image below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TS5 and HX350.

All in all, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sony HX350 to provide you with extra detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged TS5 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.