Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic TS6
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Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic TS6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 306g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Released May 2012
- Earlier Model is Canon SX130 IS
- Updated by Canon SX160 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 110 x 67 x 29mm
- Released January 2015
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT6
- Replaced the Panasonic TS5
Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic TS6 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Canon SX150 IS versus Panasonic TS6, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the TS6 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
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Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a quick view of how the SX150 IS matches up versus the TS6 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic TS6 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX150 IS Gallery & Panasonic TS6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX150 IS over the Panasonic TS6
SX150 IS | TS6 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS6 over the Canon SX150 IS
TS6 | SX150 IS | |||
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Released | January 2015 | May 2012 | Fresher by 32 months | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX150 IS and Panasonic TS6
SX150 IS | TS6 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen size | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Absent Touch screen |
Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic TS6 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX150 IS offers physical measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") and a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Panasonic TS6 has dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SX150 IS versus Panasonic TS6 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the SX150 IS and the TS6.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX150 IS and TS6 is 86 and 91 respectively.
Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic TS6 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by viewing technical specs. The visual here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX150 IS and TS6.
As you have seen, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Panasonic TS6 to render more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older SX150 IS will be behind in sensor technology.
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Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic TS6 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT6 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2012-05-14 | 2015-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 1 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2500s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 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 | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 306 gr (0.67 pounds) | 214 gr (0.47 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 130 pictures | 370 pictures |
Type of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $249 | $300 |