Fujifilm XF1 vs Panasonic TS6

Let's look a little more closely at the Fujifilm XF1 and Panasonic TS6, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm XF1 (12MP) and TS6 (16MP) and the Fujifilm XF1 (2/3") and TS6 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm XF1 was manufactured 3 years earlier than the TS6 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm XF1 grades versus the TS6 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm XF1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm XF1 Gallery and Panasonic TS6 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XF1 enjoys physical dimensions of 108mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) and the Panasonic TS6 has proportions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm XF1 and Panasonic TS6 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm XF1 vs the TS6.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XF1 and TS6 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XF1 and TS6.

All in all, each of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm XF1 featuring a larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Panasonic TS6 will deliver extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older Fujifilm XF1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.