Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Panasonic TS6
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![Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 front Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR1000/Casio-EX-ZR1000-front.jpg)
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Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Panasonic TS6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 255g - 108 x 62 x 37mm
- Introduced September 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
- Introduced January 2015
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT6
- Old Model is Panasonic TS5
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Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Panasonic TS6 Overview
In this write-up, we are contrasting the Casio EX-ZR1000 and Panasonic TS6, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) and the TS6 (16MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
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The EX-ZR1000 was released 3 years earlier than the TS6 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the EX-ZR1000 grades against the TS6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Panasonic TS6 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery & Panasonic TS6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR1000 over the Panasonic TS6
EX-ZR1000 | TS6 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS6 over the Casio EX-ZR1000
TS6 | EX-ZR1000 | |||
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Introduced | January 2015 | ![]() | September 2012 | More modern by 27 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR1000 and Panasonic TS6
EX-ZR1000 | TS6 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Panasonic TS6 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR1000 enjoys exterior measurements of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) whilst 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).
Check out the Casio EX-ZR1000 and Panasonic TS6 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-ZR1000 against the TS6.
![Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Panasonic TS6 size comparison Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Panasonic TS6 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR1000-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS6-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR1000 and TS6 is 90 and 91 respectively.
![Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Panasonic TS6 top view buttons comparison Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Panasonic TS6 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR1000-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS6-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Panasonic TS6 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes only by going over specifications. The pic here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR1000 and TS6.
To sum up, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP so you can expect similar quality of photos though you will want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged EX-ZR1000 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
![Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Panasonic TS6 sensor size comparison Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Panasonic TS6 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR1000-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS6-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Panasonic TS6 Screen and ViewFinder
![Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Panasonic TS6 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Panasonic TS6 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR1000-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS6-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Panasonic TS6 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Panasonic |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT6 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2012-09-25 | 2015-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | 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, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 461k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,20,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps), | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 255g (0.56 pounds) | 214g (0.47 pounds) |
Dimensions | 108 x 62 x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 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 | 470 pictures | 370 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-130 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $572 | $300 |