Panasonic TS5 vs Sony RX10

Below, we are analyzing the Panasonic TS5 vs Sony RX10, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the TS5 (16MP) and the RX10 (20MP) is fairly well matched but the TS5 (1/2.3") and RX10 (1") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The TS5 was launched 8 months before the RX10 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic TS5 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX10 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick overview of how the TS5 matches up versus the RX10 with regards to 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-RX10. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic TS5 Gallery and Sony RX10 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and measurements. 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) while the Sony RX10 has proportions of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") and a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic TS5 vs Sony RX10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the TS5 compared to the RX10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS5 and RX10 is 91 and 58 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at technical specs. The picture here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS5 and RX10.

As you have seen, both cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The TS5 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Sony RX10 will give more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged TS5 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.