Panasonic S1R vs Panasonic TS6

Here is a detailed assessment of the Panasonic S1R versus Panasonic TS6, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Waterproof and both of them are designed by Panasonic. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and TS6 (16MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and TS6 (1/2.3") feature different sensor size.

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The S1R was brought out 4 years later than the TS6 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the S1R scores against the TS6 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1R Gallery & Panasonic TS6 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera often, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic S1R has got physical measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") having a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs) while the Panasonic TS6 has sizing of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the S1R versus the TS6.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S1R and TS6 is 54 and 91 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing just by seeing technical specs. The photograph here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1R and TS6.

As you have seen, the two cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S1R due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic S1R will produce greater detail having its extra 31 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively. The fresher S1R provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.