Panasonic TS5 vs Sony TF1

Its time to look a little more closely at the Panasonic TS5 vs Sony TF1, both Waterproof digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TS5 (16MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is fairly similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TS5 was introduced at a similar time to the TF1 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple overview of how the TS5 grades vs the TF1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS5 Gallery and Sony TF1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic TS5 enjoys physical dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Sony TF1 has specifications of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic TS5 vs Sony TF1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the TS5 compared to the TF1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS5 and TF1 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the TS5 and TF1.

Clearly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels and you should expect similar quality of images but you need to take the release date of the products into consideration.