Panasonic GM5 vs Panasonic TS6

Lets examine more closely at the Panasonic GM5 vs Panasonic TS6, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof and they are both offered by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the GM5 (16MP) and the TS6 (16MP) is very well matched but the GM5 (Four Thirds) and TS6 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The GM5 was manufactured 3 months prior to the TS6 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GM5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a short view of how the GM5 matches up vs the TS6 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic GM5 Gallery and Panasonic TS6 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic GM5 has external measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 211 grams (0.47 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).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the GM5 against the TS6.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GM5 and TS6 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements simply by checking specifications. The photograph underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the GM5 and TS6.

To sum up, each of the cameras have got the exact same megapixel count but different sensor measurements. The GM5 has got the larger sensor which is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult.