Panasonic FZ100 vs Panasonic TS6

Here, we will be matching up the Panasonic FZ100 and Panasonic TS6, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof and they are both sold by Panasonic. The resolution of the FZ100 (14MP) and the TS6 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FZ100 was announced 5 years earlier than the TS6 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the FZ100 matches up against the TS6 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ100 Gallery & Panasonic TS6 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ100 features outer dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS6 has proportions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FZ100 and Panasonic TS6 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the FZ100 compared to the TS6.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ100 and TS6 is 67 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading specs. The image here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ100 and TS6.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic TS6 to deliver extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged FZ100 is going to be behind in sensor technology.