Panasonic TS6 vs Sony NEX-5

Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic TS6 versus Sony NEX-5, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the TS6 (16MP) and the NEX-5 (14MP) is relatively close but the TS6 (1/2.3") and NEX-5 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The TS6 was unveiled 4 years later than the NEX-5 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short view of how the TS6 grades against the NEX-5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 & Sony Alpha NEX-5. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic TS6 Gallery & Sony NEX-5 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS6 provides exterior measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Sony NEX-5 has proportions of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") and a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic TS6 versus Sony NEX-5 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the TS6 versus the NEX-5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS6 and NEX-5 is 91 and 89 respectively.

Typically, its hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements purely by viewing specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TS6 and NEX-5.

All in all, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The TS6 using its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Panasonic TS6 will result in more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The fresher TS6 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.