Panasonic FH6 vs Panasonic TS20
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Panasonic FH6 vs Panasonic TS20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-6.4) lens
- 119g - 96 x 56 x 20mm
- Released January 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 101 x 58 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2012
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT20

Panasonic FH6 vs Panasonic TS20 Overview
Its time to look a little more in depth at the Panasonic FH6 versus Panasonic TS20, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof and both of them are designed by Panasonic. The resolution of the FH6 (14MP) and the TS20 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The FH6 was released very close to the TS20 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a short highlight of how the FH6 scores against the TS20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic FH6 vs Panasonic TS20 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH6 Gallery & Panasonic TS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH6 over the Panasonic TS20
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS20 over the Panasonic FH6
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Common features in the Panasonic FH6 and Panasonic TS20
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Introduced | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2012 | Same age |
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FH6 vs Panasonic TS20 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH6 has exterior measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Panasonic TS20 has dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Check the Panasonic FH6 versus Panasonic TS20 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the FH6 vs the TS20.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FH6 and TS20 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Panasonic FH6 vs Panasonic TS20 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by checking out a spec sheet. The image below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH6 and TS20.
Clearly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic TS20 to produce greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos way more aggressively.

Panasonic FH6 vs Panasonic TS20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FH6 vs Panasonic TS20 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FT20 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2012-01-09 | 2012-01-31 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.5-6.4 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.60 m | 4.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 119g (0.26 lbs) | 142g (0.31 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 56 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 101 x 58 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 280 pictures | 250 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $129 | $179 |