Panasonic GF6 vs Panasonic TS2
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Panasonic GF6 vs Panasonic TS2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 323g - 111 x 65 x 38mm
- Released April 2013
- Superseded the Panasonic GF5
- Renewed by Panasonic GF7
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT2
- Previous Model is Panasonic TS1
- Later Model is Panasonic TS3
Panasonic GF6 vs Panasonic TS2 Overview
In this write-up, we are comparing the Panasonic GF6 versus Panasonic TS2, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Waterproof and they are both offered by Panasonic. The image resolution of the GF6 (16MP) and the TS2 (14MP) is very similar but the GF6 (Four Thirds) and TS2 (1/2.3") come with different sensor dimensions.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe GF6 was manufactured 3 years after the TS2 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GF6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS2 being a Compact camera.
Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief summary of how the GF6 matches up vs the TS2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic GF6 vs Panasonic TS2 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic GF6 Gallery & Panasonic TS2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF6 over the Panasonic TS2
GF6 | TS2 | |||
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Revealed | April 2013 | January 2010 | Newer by 39 months | |
Manual focus | More exact focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Clearer display (+810k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the Panasonic GF6
TS2 | GF6 |
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Common features in the Panasonic GF6 and Panasonic TS2
GF6 | TS2 | |||
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Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Panasonic GF6 vs Panasonic TS2 Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GF6 has got 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) while the Panasonic TS2 has proportions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic GF6 versus Panasonic TS2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the GF6 and the TS2.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the GF6 and TS2 is 87 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic GF6 vs Panasonic TS2 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions merely by going over specifications. The image here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the GF6 and TS2.
Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The GF6 featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic GF6 will offer you more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent GF6 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.
Panasonic GF6 vs Panasonic TS2 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic GF6 vs Panasonic TS2 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT2 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Waterproof |
Released | 2013-04-08 | 2010-01-26 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine FHD | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4592 x 3448 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 160 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Amount of lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.30 m | 5.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/160s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i PsF/30p in NTSC models, 50i PsF/25p on PAL), 1280 x 720p (60i PsF/30p in NTSC models, 50i PsF/25p on PAL), 640 x 480 (30/25fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 323 grams (0.71 lb) | 188 grams (0.41 lb) |
Dimensions | 111 x 65 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 54 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 622 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 images | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $326 | $350 |