Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic TS6

In this article, we will be matching up the Panasonic FH20 versus Panasonic TS6, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof and both are sold by Panasonic. The resolution of the FH20 (14MP) and the TS6 (16MP) is pretty close and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH20 was revealed 6 years before the TS6 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the FH20 grades versus the TS6 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH20 Gallery & Panasonic TS6 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH20 provides outer measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Panasonic TS6 has sizing 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 Panasonic FH20 versus Panasonic TS6 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the FH20 against the TS6.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FH20 and TS6 is 93 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching a spec sheet. The photograph here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH20 and TS6.

As you can see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Panasonic TS6 to provide you with more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older FH20 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.