Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic TS6

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Panasonic SZ7 and Panasonic TS6, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof and they are both built by Panasonic. The image resolution of the SZ7 (14MP) and the TS6 (16MP) is very similar and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ7 was manufactured 4 years before the TS6 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the SZ7 scores versus the TS6 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic SZ7 Gallery & Panasonic TS6 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic SZ7 provides outer dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS6 has sizing of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the SZ7 versus the TS6.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ7 and TS6 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specs. The pic below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ7 and TS6.

All in all, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic TS6 to offer extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged SZ7 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.