Panasonic TS6 vs Sony NEX-5N
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Panasonic TS6 vs Sony NEX-5N Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 110 x 67 x 29mm
- Announced January 2015
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT6
- Replaced the Panasonic TS5
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 269g - 111 x 59 x 38mm
- Announced October 2011
- Replaced the Sony NEX-5
- Updated by Sony NEX-5R
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Following is a detailed review of the Panasonic TS6 versus Sony NEX-5N, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the TS6 (16MP) and the NEX-5N (16MP) is fairly well matched but the TS6 (1/2.3") and NEX-5N (APS-C) provide different sensor dimensions.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe TS6 was introduced 3 years after the NEX-5N which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-5N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the TS6 scores vs the NEX-5N in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS6 over the Sony NEX-5N
| TS6 | NEX-5N | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2015 |  | October 2011 | More modern by 40 months |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5N over the Panasonic TS6
| NEX-5N | TS6 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More accurate focus | ||
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 460k | Clearer display (+460k dot) |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic TS6 and Sony NEX-5N
| TS6 | NEX-5N | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display size | 3" |  | 3" | Same display sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Panasonic TS6 vs Sony NEX-5N Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS6 comes with external 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 NEX-5N has dimensions of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic TS6 versus Sony NEX-5N in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the TS6 against the NEX-5N.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS6 and NEX-5N is 91 and 89 respectively.
Panasonic TS6 vs Sony NEX-5N Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes only by checking specifications. The picture here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the TS6 and NEX-5N.
Plainly, both the cameras feature the identical megapixels but different sensor sizes. The TS6 contains the tinier sensor which should make achieving bokeh harder. The younger TS6 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
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Panasonic TS6 vs Sony NEX-5N Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | Sony Alpha NEX-5N | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | Sony Alpha NEX-5N |
| Alternate name | Lumix DMC-FT6 | - |
| Class | Waterproof | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Announced | 2015-01-06 | 2011-10-03 |
| Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 365.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4912 x 3264 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 23 | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | Sony E |
| Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | - |
| Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | - |
| Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
| Total lenses | - | 121 |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 460k dot | 920k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display technology | - | Tilt Up 80°, Down 45° TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.60 m | 12.00 m |
| Flash options | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash sync | - | 1/160 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| 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), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | AVCHD |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 214g (0.47 lbs) | 269g (0.59 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 111 x 59 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | 77 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.6 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.7 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1079 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 370 shots | 460 shots |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | NPFW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Price at launch | $300 | $550 |