Canon A1400 vs Panasonic TS6
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Canon A1400 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
- Announced June 2013
(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
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FT6
- Previous Model is Panasonic TS5

Canon A1400 vs Panasonic TS6 Overview
Below, we are analyzing the Canon A1400 vs Panasonic TS6, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the A1400 (16MP) and the TS6 (16MP) is very comparable and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The A1400 was released 18 months earlier than the TS6 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the A1400 matches up vs the TS6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A1400 vs Panasonic TS6 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A1400 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A1400 Gallery and Panasonic TS6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A1400 over the Panasonic TS6
A1400 | TS6 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS6 over the Canon A1400
TS6 | A1400 | |||
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Launched | January 2015 | ![]() | June 2013 | Newer by 18 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A1400 and Panasonic TS6
A1400 | TS6 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Canon A1400 vs Panasonic TS6 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon A1400 has physical dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) while the Panasonic TS6 has specifications of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Analyze the Canon A1400 vs Panasonic TS6 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the A1400 compared to the TS6.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the A1400 and TS6 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Canon A1400 vs Panasonic TS6 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions just by seeing a spec sheet. The pic below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the A1400 and TS6.
Clearly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you should always factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged A1400 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

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Canon A1400 vs Panasonic TS6 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A1400 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot A1400 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT6 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2013-06-21 | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
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 photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
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 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 | 174g (0.38 pounds) | 214g (0.47 pounds) |
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 | 150 images | 370 images |
Style of battery | 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 | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $109 | $300 |