Panasonic GH2 vs Panasonic TS6

Following is a extended analysis of the Panasonic GH2 vs Panasonic TS6, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof and both are sold by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the GH2 (16MP) and the TS6 (16MP) is relatively similar but the GH2 (Four Thirds) and TS6 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The GH2 was brought out 4 years prior to the TS6 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GH2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a short highlight of how the GH2 grades versus the TS6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic GH2 Gallery and Panasonic TS6 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GH2 enjoys outer dimensions of 124mm x 90mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") and a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Panasonic TS6 has proportions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the GH2 versus the TS6.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GH2 and TS6 is 70 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading specifications. The image underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GH2 and TS6.

Plainly, both of these cameras offer the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizes. The GH2 contains the bigger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower DOF less difficult. The more aged GH2 is going to be behind in sensor technology.