Panasonic TS5 vs Sony HX5

Lets take a deeper look at the Panasonic TS5 vs Sony HX5, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the TS5 (16MP) and HX5 (10MP) and the TS5 (1/2.3") and HX5 (1/2.4") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The TS5 was brought out 3 years after the HX5 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a simple overview of how the TS5 grades against the HX5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS5 Gallery and Sony HX5 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS5 provides exterior dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Sony HX5 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic TS5 vs Sony HX5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the TS5 vs the HX5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS5 and HX5 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes simply by going through specs. The picture here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the TS5 and HX5.

All in all, each of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The TS5 featuring a larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic TS5 will show extra detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern TS5 will have an edge in sensor tech.