Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic TS6
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Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic TS6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 117g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Announced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 110 x 67 x 29mm
- Launched January 2015
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT6
- Old Model is Panasonic TS5
Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic TS6 Overview
Following is a detailed review of the Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic TS6, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof and both are manufactured by Panasonic. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the S1 (12MP) and TS6 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe S1 was unveiled 5 years before the TS6 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the S1 scores vs the TS6 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic TS6 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The full galleries are available at Panasonic S1 Gallery & Panasonic TS6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Panasonic TS6
S1 | TS6 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS6 over the Panasonic S1
TS6 | S1 | |||
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Launched | January 2015 | January 2011 | More modern by 48 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic S1 and Panasonic TS6
S1 | TS6 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither features Touch display |
Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic TS6 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S1 enjoys external dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Panasonic TS6 has dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic TS6 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the S1 against the TS6.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S1 and TS6 is 96 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic TS6 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing technical specs. The picture below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S1 and TS6.
As you can tell, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic TS6 to deliver extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged S1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic TS6 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 |
Alternate name | - | Lumix DMC-FT6 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2015-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.30 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 117 gr (0.26 pounds) | 214 gr (0.47 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 pictures | 370 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $269 | $300 |