Panasonic GF1 vs Panasonic TS6
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Panasonic GF1 vs Panasonic TS6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 385g - 119 x 71 x 36mm
- Introduced October 2009
- Later Model is Panasonic GF2
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 110 x 67 x 29mm
- Launched January 2015
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT6
- Previous Model is Panasonic TS5
Panasonic GF1 vs Panasonic TS6 Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Panasonic GF1 vs Panasonic TS6, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Waterproof and both of them are produced by Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the GF1 (12MP) and TS6 (16MP) and the GF1 (Four Thirds) and TS6 (1/2.3") provide different sensor measurements.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe GF1 was brought out 6 years before the TS6 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera.
Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the GF1 grades versus the TS6 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic GF1 vs Panasonic TS6 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic GF1 Gallery & Panasonic TS6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF1 over the Panasonic TS6
GF1 | TS6 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS6 over the Panasonic GF1
TS6 | GF1 | |||
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Launched | January 2015 | October 2009 | Newer by 63 months |
Common features in the Panasonic GF1 and Panasonic TS6
GF1 | TS6 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurements | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither features Touch display |
Panasonic GF1 vs Panasonic TS6 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic GF1 enjoys physical measurements of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 385 grams (0.85 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).
Take a look at the Panasonic GF1 vs Panasonic TS6 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the GF1 compared to the TS6.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the GF1 and TS6 is 85 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic GF1 vs Panasonic TS6 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading technical specs. The pic here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the GF1 and TS6.
As you can tell, both of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GF1 because of its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Panasonic TS6 will offer greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images more aggressively. The more aged GF1 is going to be behind in sensor tech.
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Panasonic GF1 vs Panasonic TS6 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 |
Alternate name | - | Lumix DMC-FT6 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2009-10-14 | 2015-01-06 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine HD | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Available lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/160 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | AVCHD Lite | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 385 gr (0.85 pounds) | 214 gr (0.47 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 119 x 71 x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 54 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.2 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 513 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 pictures | 370 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $400 | $300 |