Panasonic GH3 vs Panasonic TS6

Below, we are looking at the Panasonic GH3 versus Panasonic TS6, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Waterproof and both are manufactured by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the GH3 (16MP) and the TS6 (16MP) is fairly similar but the GH3 (Four Thirds) and TS6 (1/2.3") possess different sensor measurements.

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The GH3 was revealed 3 years earlier than the TS6 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GH3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the GH3 matches up versus the TS6 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic GH3 Gallery & Panasonic TS6 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic GH3 provides outside dimensions of 133mm x 93mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.2") with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) and the Panasonic TS6 has sizing of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic GH3 versus Panasonic TS6 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the GH3 compared to the TS6.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the GH3 and TS6 is 66 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specs. The picture below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the GH3 and TS6.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras posses the exact same resolution but different sensor sizes. The GH3 includes the larger sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh easier. The more aged GH3 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.