Panasonic LZ40 vs Panasonic TS6
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Panasonic LZ40 vs Panasonic TS6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 22-924mm (F3.0-6.5) lens
- 524g - 126 x 87 x 94mm
- Announced January 2014
- Previous Model is Panasonic LZ30
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 110 x 67 x 29mm
- Revealed January 2015
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT6
- Earlier Model is Panasonic TS5
Panasonic LZ40 vs Panasonic TS6 Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Panasonic LZ40 vs Panasonic TS6, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof and both are sold by Panasonic. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the LZ40 (20MP) and TS6 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe LZ40 was manufactured 12 months prior to the TS6 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic LZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera.
Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the LZ40 scores against the TS6 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic LZ40 vs Panasonic TS6 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic LZ40 Gallery and Panasonic TS6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ40 over the Panasonic TS6
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS6 over the Panasonic LZ40
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Revealed | January 2015 | January 2014 | More recent by 12 months |
Common features in the Panasonic LZ40 and Panasonic TS6
LZ40 | TS6 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen size | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Panasonic LZ40 vs Panasonic TS6 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LZ40 comes with outer measurements of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") along with a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs) and the Panasonic TS6 has proportions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic LZ40 vs Panasonic TS6 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the LZ40 against the TS6.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the LZ40 and TS6 is 67 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic LZ40 vs Panasonic TS6 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements merely by checking out technical specs. The graphic here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the LZ40 and TS6.
As you can tell, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic LZ40 to show extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older LZ40 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic LZ40 vs Panasonic TS6 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FT6 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Announced | 2014-01-06 | 2015-01-06 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 22-924mm (42.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-6.5 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 10.80 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 524g (1.16 pounds) | 214g (0.47 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 126 x 87 x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 320 shots | 370 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $219 | $300 |