Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic TS6

Here, we will be matching up the Panasonic FX78 and Panasonic TS6, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the FX78 (12MP) and TS6 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FX78 was unveiled 5 years earlier than the TS6 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short view of how the FX78 matches up against the TS6 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FX78 Gallery and Panasonic TS6 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FX78 offers external dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) and 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).

Examine the Panasonic FX78 and Panasonic TS6 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the FX78 versus the TS6.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the FX78 and TS6 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by going over technical specs. The image here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FX78 and TS6.

As you have seen, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic TS6 to offer more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged FX78 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.