Canon PowerShot SX120 IS vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Canon PowerShot SX120 IS and the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Canon PowerShot SX120 IS was introduced in August 2009 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 was introduced in July 2013. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Canon PowerShot SX120 IS over Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 over Canon PowerShot SX120 IS.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Canon PowerShot SX120 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 have 3.0" Fixed screens with 230k dot and 460k dot resolutions respectively.

Canon PowerShot SX120 IS features a 10.0 megapixel 1/2.5-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 5.744 x 4.308 mm and a total area of 24.7 mm². Its native ISO range is 80 - 1,600. Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 features a 16.1 megapixel 1/2.33-inch CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.08 x 4.56 mm and a total area of 20.8 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 6,400.

Canon PowerShot SX120 IS is equipped with DIGIC 4 processor and can take pictures up to 3648 x 2736 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 3648 x 2048, 2816 x 2112, 2272 x 1704, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480, 3456 x 1944 with 4:3, 3:2 aspect ratios. Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4608 x 3072, 4608 x 2592, 3648 x 2736, 3456 x 3456, 2560 x 1920, 2560 x 1920, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1536, 640 x 480 with 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.

Image Stabilization

The cameras have a built-in [y] image stabilization.

Built-in GPS on Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5

Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 has a built-in GPS (Global Positioning System) technology which allows you to automatically tag the location where you took your photos. You can later categorize, organize, and search for photos based on location. This is very useful for travel and outdoor photographers for documenting the locations where images were captured.
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Built-in Wi-Fi on Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5

Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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NFC on Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5

Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.

USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.

Battery

Canon PowerShot SX120 IS comes with 2 x AA battery pack and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 comes with DMW-BCM13 battery pack with battery life of 370 shots.

External Storage Slots

Canon PowerShot SX120 IS has a single SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus card slot. Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/2500 sec on Canon PowerShot SX120 IS, and up to 1/1300 sec on Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. Canon PowerShot SX120 IS can shoot continuously up to 0.9 fps. Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 can shoot continuously up to 10.0 fps.

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 3.00 m on Canon PowerShot SX120 IS and 5.60 m on Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/500 sec on Canon PowerShot SX120 IS.

Canon PowerShot SX120 IS body has dimensions of 111 x 71 x 45 mm (4.37 x 2.8 x 1.77") and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 body has dimensions of 110 x 67 x 29 mm (4.33 x 2.64 x 1.14"). Canon PowerShot SX120 IS weighs 285 g (0.63 lb / 10.05 oz) and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 weighs 214 g (0.47 lb / 7.55 oz).

Canon PowerShot SX120 IS

Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5

111 mm

71 mm

110 mm

67 mm

71 mm

67 mm