Reviewers Liked
- Image Quality; Build and handling; Wifi and GPS; NFC connectivity
Reviewers Didn't Like
- Images can lack vibrancy underwater; Screen scratches easily
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FT5
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Expert reviews and ratings
By techlife.net
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Panasonic has two ruggedised waterproof cameras; the DMC – FT5 is the company’s higher-end model, with a 16-megapixel sensor and the capability to withstand depths of up to 13m and drops from up to 2m. It also features Wi-Fi and GPS —...
By Camera Labs
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Panasonic Lumix FT5 / TS5 review The Panasonic Lumix FT5 / TS5 is a rugged waterproof compact designed for use in the water and other outdoor environments. It's waterproof to a depth of 13 metres, can withstand a drop from 2 metres and is...
By Macworld Australia
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Panasonic’s DMC-FT5GN-D is a ruggedised camera that’s made for outdoor use. It’s waterproof to 13 metres and can withstand drops from up to two metres. Combined with its inbuilt GPS sensor, it makes a compelling case for being in your luggage when you...
By DigitalVersus
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The Panasonic Lumix FT5 is a worthy successor to the FT4, correcting its main technical flaws with a new 16-Megapixel CMOS sensor and a good-quality screen. The FT5 has also been treated to 2013's must-haves—Wi-Fi and NFC. Still, after so many years of...
By Pocket-lint
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Tech-packed, built like a tank and with decent autofocus performance, it's the typical-of-tough-cam image quality limitations that hold the FT5 back from greater things. A good yet pricey all-rounder, it's not exactly a revelation but there're bags of...
By Expert Reviews
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Reassuringly rugged, respectable image quality and fast performance – a nicely rounded package...
By CNET UK
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The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FT5 isn't cheap, but your money is buying a tank-like snapper that's built to last. It's great for the more adventurous traveller who doesn't hanker after extensive manual controls, and anyone who's worried about their kids...
By ePHOTOzine
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The FT5 is a steady improvement on the FT4, we said that an improved screen would be a significant improvement and Panasonic have introduced a 3 inch screen on the new model. You can go deeper underwater to 13m, the GPS appears to activate quicker and...
By Digital Photography Review
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1. Introduction2. Design and Features3. Performance and Photo Quality4. Image Quality Compared (JPEG)5. Conclusion and Samples Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5/FT5 July 2013 | By Jeff Keller 16MP | 28-128mm (4.6X) Zoom | $349/£279/€318 This is the fourth in a...
By avhub.com.au
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We've said it before and it's worth repeating now that, for a company with very little heritage in still cameras, Panasonic has certainly got on top of this category in the digital era. The Lumix compact camera range is studded with stars, including the...
By PhotographyBLOG
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The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FT5 (also known as the DMC-TS5) is a waterproof, shockproof, freezeproof and dustproof compact digital camera. The Panasonic FT5 can be used underwater to a depth of 13m, is shockproof from a height of 2m, freezeproof to -10...
By What Digital Camera
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The Panasonic FT5 shares similarities in terms of its design with previous FT-series cameras in the Lumix range, such as the FT4 that it replaces. It features Wi-fi and uses a 16MP sensor rather than the 12.1MP chip as found within its predecessor....
By TechRadar
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Waterproof or rugged compact cameras such as the Panasonic FT5 (TS5 in the US) are a great choice for outdoor types who likes to take photographs while canoeing, snorkelling or orienteering and the like. In many respects, the Panasonic Lumix FT5 is...
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