Panasonic TS5 vs Sony W610

Here, we will be comparing the Panasonic TS5 vs Sony W610, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the TS5 (16MP) and the W610 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TS5 was brought out 19 months later than the W610 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the TS5 scores vs the W610 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic TS5 Gallery & Sony W610 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic TS5 provides exterior dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Sony W610 has specifications of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the TS5 against the W610.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the TS5 and W610 is 91 and 97 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading technical specs. The photograph here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS5 and W610.

As you have seen, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Panasonic TS5 to offer you more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern TS5 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.