Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic TS6

Here, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FP2 versus Panasonic TS6, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Waterproof and both are built by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the TS6 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FP2 was brought out 6 years before the TS6 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the FP2 grades vs the TS6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FP2 Gallery and Panasonic TS6 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FP2 features outside measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Panasonic TS6 has specifications of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FP2 versus Panasonic TS6 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the FP2 and the TS6.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP2 and TS6 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specifications. The photograph underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FP2 and TS6.

To sum up, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic TS6 to offer greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older FP2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.