Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic TS6

Lets look more closely at the Panasonic FZ150 and Panasonic TS6, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof and they are both produced by Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the FZ150 (12MP) and TS6 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FZ150 was introduced 3 years prior to the TS6 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the FZ150 grades against the TS6 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FZ150 Gallery & Panasonic TS6 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ150 has exterior measurements of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs) while the Panasonic TS6 has dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FZ150 and Panasonic TS6 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the FZ150 compared to the TS6.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ150 and TS6 is 67 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading through specifications. The photograph here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ150 and TS6.

Plainly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic TS6 to resolve greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older FZ150 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.