Panasonic G3 vs Panasonic TS6

Below, we will be comparing the Panasonic G3 and Panasonic TS6, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof and both are manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the G3 (16MP) and the TS6 (16MP) is relatively close but the G3 (Four Thirds) and TS6 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The G3 was introduced 4 years before the TS6 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic G3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the G3 matches up against the TS6 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic G3 Gallery & Panasonic TS6 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G3 comes with external measurements of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs) while 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 G3 and Panasonic TS6 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the G3 compared to the TS6.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the G3 and TS6 is 83 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by viewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the G3 and TS6.

Clearly, each of these cameras posses the exact same MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The G3 includes the bigger sensor which should make obtaining shallower depth of field less difficult. The older G3 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.