Panasonic G6 vs Panasonic TS3

Following is a in depth assessment of the Panasonic G6 versus Panasonic TS3, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are sold by Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the G6 (16MP) and TS3 (12MP) and the G6 (Four Thirds) and TS3 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor measurements.

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The G6 was launched 21 months after the TS3 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS3 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a short highlight of how the G6 scores against the TS3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic G6 Gallery and Panasonic TS3 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G6 features outer dimensions of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS3 has measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check the Panasonic G6 versus Panasonic TS3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the G6 and the TS3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the G6 and TS3 is 74 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor sizes merely by researching specs. The pic below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G6 and TS3.

All in all, each of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G6 because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic G6 will provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher G6 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.