Panasonic GX1 vs Panasonic TS6

Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic GX1 versus Panasonic TS6, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof and they are both designed by Panasonic. The image resolution of the GX1 (16MP) and the TS6 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the GX1 (Four Thirds) and TS6 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The GX1 was brought out 3 years earlier than the TS6 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the GX1 matches up against the TS6 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GX1 features outer dimensions of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") with a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS6 has measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the GX1 and the TS6.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GX1 and TS6 is 87 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking a spec sheet. The photograph below may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the GX1 and TS6.

Clearly, the two cameras feature the identical megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizing. The GX1 comes with the bigger sensor which will make obtaining shallow DOF less difficult. The older GX1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.