Panasonic TS5 vs Sony WX150

Here, we are matching up the Panasonic TS5 vs Sony WX150, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the TS5 (16MP) and the WX150 (18MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TS5 was released 17 months after the WX150 making them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the TS5 matches up versus the WX150 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic TS5 Gallery & Sony WX150 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS5 has got outer measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Sony WX150 has measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic TS5 vs Sony WX150 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the TS5 and the WX150.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS5 and WX150 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes only by checking a spec sheet. The image underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TS5 and WX150.

Clearly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony WX150 to resolve more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The younger TS5 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.