Panasonic TS5 vs Sony RX10 III

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic TS5 versus Sony RX10 III, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the TS5 (16MP) and the RX10 III (20MP) is pretty comparable but the TS5 (1/2.3") and RX10 III (1") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The TS5 was unveiled 3 years before the RX10 III which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic TS5 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX10 III being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the TS5 grades against the RX10 III when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS5 Gallery & Sony RX10 III Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS5 offers outer measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Sony RX10 III has sizing of 133mm x 94mm x 127mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.0") accompanied by a weight of 1051 grams (2.32 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic TS5 versus Sony RX10 III in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the TS5 versus the RX10 III.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS5 and RX10 III is 91 and 53 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing a spec sheet. The pic underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the TS5 and RX10 III.

Clearly, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The TS5 having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field harder and the Sony RX10 III will show extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged TS5 will be behind in sensor technology.