Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Panasonic TS6

On this page, we are evaluating the Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Panasonic TS6, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) and the TS6 (16MP) is very close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-16 iHS was announced 24 months earlier than the TS6 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SZ-16 iHS scores vs the TS6 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery and Panasonic TS6 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-16 iHS features outer dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS6 has dimensions 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 Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Panasonic TS6 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the SZ-16 iHS against the TS6.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-16 iHS and TS6 is 89 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through specifications. The graphic underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-16 iHS and TS6.

To sum up, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP so you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you will want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The older SZ-16 iHS will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.