FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic TS6

Its time to examine more closely at the FujiFilm XP10 versus Panasonic TS6, both Waterproof digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the XP10 (12MP) and TS6 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The XP10 was introduced 5 years before the TS6 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the XP10 matches up versus the TS6 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix XP10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The whole galleries are provided at FujiFilm XP10 Gallery and Panasonic TS6 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The FujiFilm XP10 offers external dimensions of 96mm x 64mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Panasonic TS6 has specifications 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 FujiFilm XP10 versus Panasonic TS6 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the XP10 vs the TS6.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the XP10 and TS6 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading through specs. The visual underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the XP10 and TS6.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic TS6 to give greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The older XP10 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.