Panasonic TS5 vs Sony W230

Here is a extensive analysis of the Panasonic TS5 and Sony W230, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the TS5 (16MP) and W230 (12MP) but they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TS5 was introduced 4 years later than the W230 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the TS5 grades versus the W230 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic TS5 Gallery & Sony W230 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic TS5 comes with exterior dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Sony W230 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the TS5 and the W230.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the TS5 and W230 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS5 and W230.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can expect the Panasonic TS5 to deliver more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The younger TS5 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.