Panasonic FH6 vs Panasonic TS3

Here is a thorough assessment of the Panasonic FH6 and Panasonic TS3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof and they are both built by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FH6 (14MP) and the TS3 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH6 was unveiled 5 months later than the TS3 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a concise view of how the FH6 grades against the TS3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH6 Gallery and Panasonic TS3 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH6 features outer dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Panasonic TS3 has sizing of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FH6 and Panasonic TS3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the FH6 vs the TS3.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FH6 and TS3 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Often, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing purely by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH6 and TS3.

Plainly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic FH6 to show more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots more aggressively.