Panasonic TS5 vs Sony WX10
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Panasonic TS5 vs Sony WX10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 110 x 67 x 29mm
- Introduced July 2013
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT5
- Succeeded the Panasonic TS4
- New Model is Panasonic TS6
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-168mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 161g - 95 x 54 x 23mm
- Announced January 2011
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Below, we are evaluating the Panasonic TS5 and Sony WX10, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the TS5 (16MP) and the WX10 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe TS5 was manufactured 2 years later than the WX10 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a brief overview of how the TS5 grades versus the WX10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Photography Glossary Panasonic TS5 vs Sony WX10 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic TS5 Gallery & Sony WX10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS5 over the Sony WX10
| TS5 | WX10 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | July 2013 | January 2011 | Fresher by 31 months | |
| Display dimension | 3" | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sony WX10 over the Panasonic TS5
| WX10 | TS5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus | Very exact focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic TS5 and Sony WX10
| TS5 | WX10 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
| Display resolution | 460k | 460k | The same display resolution | |
| Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
| Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Panasonic TS5 vs Sony WX10 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS5 has physical measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Sony WX10 has measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).
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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the TS5 versus the WX10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS5 and WX10 is 91 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic TS5 vs Sony WX10 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to see the difference in sensor sizing merely by going through technical specs. The graphic below should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TS5 and WX10.
As you have seen, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of files however you will want to take the age of the cameras into account. The younger TS5 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
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Panasonic TS5 vs Sony WX10 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10 |
| Also called | Lumix DMC-FT5 | - |
| Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2013-07-12 | 2011-01-06 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | - | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 23 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 24-168mm (7.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.4-5.9 |
| Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.8 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen technology | TFT LCD | Clear Photo LCD Plus |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 10.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.60 m | 7.10 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | BuiltIn | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 214 grams (0.47 lbs) | 161 grams (0.35 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 95 x 54 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 370 shots | - |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | DMW-BCM13 | NP-BG1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Launch price | $350 | $200 |