Casio EX-ZR10 vs Panasonic TS6

Lets look much closer at the Casio EX-ZR10 vs Panasonic TS6, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Panasonic. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the EX-ZR10 (12MP) and TS6 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR10 was manufactured 5 years before the TS6 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the EX-ZR10 grades vs the TS6 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR10 Gallery and Panasonic TS6 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR10 comes with external measurements of 102mm x 69mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") having a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Panasonic TS6 has proportions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-ZR10 vs Panasonic TS6 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-ZR10 against the TS6.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR10 and TS6 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out specifications. The visual here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR10 and TS6.

Plainly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Panasonic TS6 to show more detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older EX-ZR10 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.