Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic TS6
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Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic TS6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-625mm (F3.2-6.6) lens
- 182g - 97 x 57 x 28mm
- Released May 2016
(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
- Introduced January 2015
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT6
- Previous Model is Panasonic TS5

Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic TS6 Overview
Lets take a deeper look at the Canon SX620 HS versus Panasonic TS6, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the SX620 HS (20MP) and TS6 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SX620 HS was manufactured 17 months after the TS6 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SX620 HS grades against the TS6 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic TS6 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX620 HS Gallery & Panasonic TS6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX620 HS over the Panasonic TS6
SX620 HS | TS6 | |||
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Introduced | May 2016 | ![]() | January 2015 | Newer by 17 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+462k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS6 over the Canon SX620 HS
TS6 | SX620 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX620 HS and Panasonic TS6
SX620 HS | TS6 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic TS6 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX620 HS comes with external measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 182 grams (0.40 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).
Look at the Canon SX620 HS versus Panasonic TS6 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the SX620 HS compared to the TS6.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX620 HS and TS6 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic TS6 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions just by looking at specifications. The picture underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX620 HS and TS6.
To sum up, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Canon SX620 HS to give you extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The younger SX620 HS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

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Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic TS6 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX620 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX620 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FT6 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2016-05-10 | 2015-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 20 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-625mm (25.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-6.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 922k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.5 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 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 | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 182 grams (0.40 lbs) | 214 grams (0.47 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 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 | 295 photographs | 370 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $279 | $300 |