Panasonic LX100 vs Panasonic TS6

In this article, we will be reviewing the Panasonic LX100 versus Panasonic TS6, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the LX100 (13MP) and the TS6 (16MP) is pretty close but the LX100 (Four Thirds) and TS6 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizing.

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The LX100 was announced 3 months before the TS6 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the LX100 matches up against the TS6 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX100 Gallery & Panasonic TS6 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LX100 comes with external dimensions of 115mm x 66mm x 55mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.2") having a weight of 393 grams (0.87 lbs) while the Panasonic TS6 has dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic LX100 versus Panasonic TS6 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the LX100 against the TS6.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the LX100 and TS6 is 83 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions simply by viewing technical specs. The picture here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the LX100 and TS6.

As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The LX100 having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Panasonic TS6 will render more detail with its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively.