Panasonic SZ1 vs Panasonic TS6
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Panasonic SZ1 vs Panasonic TS6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 131g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Introduced January 2012
(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
- Released January 2015
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT6
- Previous Model is Panasonic TS5
Panasonic SZ1 vs Panasonic TS6 Overview
The following is a in-depth review of the Panasonic SZ1 and Panasonic TS6, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof and they are both sold by Panasonic. The image resolution of the SZ1 (16MP) and the TS6 (16MP) is fairly similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe SZ1 was unveiled 4 years before the TS6 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SZ1 matches up versus the TS6 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic SZ1 vs Panasonic TS6 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ1 Gallery and Panasonic TS6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ1 over the Panasonic TS6
SZ1 | TS6 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS6 over the Panasonic SZ1
TS6 | SZ1 | |||
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Released | January 2015 | January 2012 | Newer by 36 months | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic SZ1 and Panasonic TS6
SZ1 | TS6 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Panasonic SZ1 vs Panasonic TS6 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic SZ1 has external dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Panasonic TS6 has dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
See the Panasonic SZ1 and Panasonic TS6 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the SZ1 vs the TS6.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ1 and TS6 is 95 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic SZ1 vs Panasonic TS6 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading specs. The image underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ1 and TS6.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution so you should expect similar quality of pictures although you need to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged SZ1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
Panasonic SZ1 vs Panasonic TS6 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic SZ1 vs Panasonic TS6 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FT6 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2012-01-09 | 2015-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 4cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 131g (0.29 lbs) | 214g (0.47 lbs) |
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 | 250 photos | 370 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $179 | $300 |