Panasonic TS5 vs Sony W650

Here, we will be analyzing the Panasonic TS5 versus Sony W650, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TS5 (16MP) and the W650 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TS5 was launched 19 months after the W650 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the TS5 grades against the W650 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic TS5 Gallery and Sony W650 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera, you should factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS5 offers physical measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Sony W650 has sizing of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic TS5 versus Sony W650 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the TS5 and the W650.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the TS5 and W650 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes only by going over specs. The picture below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the TS5 and W650.

All in all, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution so you should expect similar quality of photographs though you would want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher TS5 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.