Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Panasonic TS2 and Panasonic SZ5 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic TS2 has external dimensions of 99 x 63 x 24 mm (3.9 x 2.48 x 0.94″) and weighs 188 g (0.41 lb / 6.63 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic SZ5 has external dimensions of 104 x 58 x 21 mm (4.09 x 2.28 x 0.83″) and weighs 136 g (0.30 lb / 4.80 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic TS2 and the Panasonic SZ5. Panasonic SZ5 is 5mm shorter and 3mm thinner than Panasonic TS2 but it is also 5mm wider.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic TS2 and Panasonic SZ5.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic TS2 and Panasonic SZ5.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic SZ5 is significantly lighter (52g ) than the Panasonic TS2 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the TS2, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the SZ5.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Panasonic SZ5's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Panasonic TS2's 2.7" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.