Panasonic TS5 vs Sony WX350
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Panasonic TS5 vs Sony WX350 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
- Launched July 2013
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT5
- Older Model is Panasonic TS4
- Successor is Panasonic TS6
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 164g - 96 x 55 x 26mm
- Released February 2014
- Succeeded the Sony WX300
- Replacement is Sony WX500
Panasonic TS5 vs Sony WX350 Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Panasonic TS5 and Sony WX350, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the TS5 (16MP) and the WX350 (18MP) is very close and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe TS5 was brought out 7 months before the WX350 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the TS5 scores vs the WX350 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic TS5 vs Sony WX350 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic TS5 Gallery & Sony WX350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS5 over the Sony WX350
TS5 | WX350 |
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Reasons to pick Sony WX350 over the Panasonic TS5
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Released | February 2014 | July 2013 | More modern by 7 months |
Common features in the Panasonic TS5 and Sony WX350
TS5 | WX350 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display size | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Panasonic TS5 vs Sony WX350 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS5 has outside dimensions 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 WX350 has proportions of 96mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic TS5 and Sony WX350 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the TS5 against the WX350.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the TS5 and WX350 is 91 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic TS5 vs Sony WX350 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by viewing specs. The pic here may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the TS5 and WX350.
All in all, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Sony WX350 to render more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged TS5 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
Panasonic TS5 vs Sony WX350 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic TS5 vs Sony WX350 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FT5 | - |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-07-12 | 2014-02-13 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 23 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | 4.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | VCHD: 28M PS(1,920x1,080/60p) / 24M FX(1,920x1,080/60i) / 17M FH(1,920x1,080/60i),MP4: 12M(1,440x1,080/30fps) / 3M VGA(640x480/30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 214 grams (0.47 lbs) | 164 grams (0.36 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 96 x 55 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 images | 470 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | DMW-BCM13 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (Off / 10sec. / 2sec. / portrait1 / portrait2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $350 | $270 |