Panasonic GM1 vs Panasonic TS6

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic GM1 and Panasonic TS6, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Waterproof and both are created by Panasonic. The image resolution of the GM1 (16MP) and the TS6 (16MP) is very well matched but the GM1 (Four Thirds) and TS6 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor size.

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The GM1 was introduced 12 months before the TS6 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the GM1 grades versus the TS6 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic GM1 Gallery & Panasonic TS6 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic GM1 comes with physical dimensions of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") and a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Panasonic TS6 has specifications of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GM1 and Panasonic TS6 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the GM1 and the TS6.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GM1 and TS6 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to envision the gap between sensor measurements purely by looking at a spec sheet. The visual here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GM1 and TS6.

Clearly, both of these cameras have got the exact same megapixels but not the same sensor measurements. The GM1 provides the larger sensor which is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult. The older GM1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.