Panasonic TS5 vs Sony HX7V

On this page, we will be matching up the Panasonic TS5 versus Sony HX7V, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TS5 (16MP) and the HX7V (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TS5 was released 2 years later than the HX7V and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the TS5 matches up against the HX7V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic TS5 Gallery & Sony HX7V Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. 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) whilst the Sony HX7V has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic TS5 versus Sony HX7V in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the TS5 compared to the HX7V.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS5 and HX7V is 91 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over specs. The visual underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the TS5 and HX7V.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution so you can expect similar quality of files though you really should consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent TS5 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.