Panasonic GF7 vs Panasonic TS6

The following is a extended review of the Panasonic GF7 and Panasonic TS6, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof and they are both sold by Panasonic. The image resolution of the GF7 (16MP) and the TS6 (16MP) is fairly similar but the GF7 (Four Thirds) and TS6 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The GF7 was revealed very close to the TS6 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GF7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the GF7 grades against the TS6 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The full galleries are available at Panasonic GF7 Gallery and Panasonic TS6 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GF7 has got outer measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Panasonic TS6 has proportions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GF7 and Panasonic TS6 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the GF7 compared to the TS6.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GF7 and TS6 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Normally, its hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading technical specs. The picture here might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the GF7 and TS6.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have the same megapixel count but not the same sensor dimensions. The GF7 has got the larger sensor which will make achieving shallow DOF easier.