Panasonic GF6 vs Panasonic TS10

Its time to examine more closely at the Panasonic GF6 vs Panasonic TS10, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof and they are both designed by Panasonic. The image resolution of the GF6 (16MP) and the TS10 (14MP) is pretty similar but the GF6 (Four Thirds) and TS10 (1/2.3") use different sensor dimensions.

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The GF6 was launched 3 years later than the TS10 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GF6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS10 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the GF6 grades vs the TS10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic GF6 Gallery and Panasonic TS10 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera often, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GF6 offers exterior measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS10 has dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic GF6 vs Panasonic TS10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the GF6 versus the TS10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GF6 and TS10 is 87 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements only by reading specifications. The photograph below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the GF6 and TS10.

To sum up, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The GF6 due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic GF6 will deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer GF6 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.