Canon A1300 vs Panasonic TS6
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Canon A1300 vs Panasonic TS6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 174g - 95 x 62 x 30mm
- Introduced February 2012
(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
- Launched January 2015
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT6
- Previous Model is Panasonic TS5

Canon A1300 vs Panasonic TS6 Overview
Let's take a more detailed look at the Canon A1300 vs Panasonic TS6, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the A1300 (16MP) and the TS6 (16MP) is very close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The A1300 was brought out 3 years before the TS6 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the A1300 grades against the TS6 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A1300 vs Panasonic TS6 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A1300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The entire galleries are available at Canon A1300 Gallery and Panasonic TS6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A1300 over the Panasonic TS6
A1300 | TS6 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS6 over the Canon A1300
TS6 | A1300 | |||
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Launched | January 2015 | ![]() | February 2012 | Newer by 35 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A1300 and Panasonic TS6
A1300 | TS6 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Canon A1300 vs Panasonic TS6 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon A1300 features physical measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) while the Panasonic TS6 has dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Examine the Canon A1300 vs Panasonic TS6 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the A1300 vs the TS6.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the A1300 and TS6 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Canon A1300 vs Panasonic TS6 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions only by researching a spec sheet. The picture here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the A1300 and TS6.
As you can see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of files however you would want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged A1300 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Canon A1300 vs Panasonic TS6 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A1300 vs Panasonic TS6 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A1300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot A1300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT6 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2012-02-07 | 2015-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 174 grams (0.38 lbs) | 214 grams (0.47 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 62 x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 photos | 370 photos |
Battery type | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $119 | $300 |