Panasonic SZ8 vs Panasonic TS6

Below is a complete review of the Panasonic SZ8 versus Panasonic TS6, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof and both are produced by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SZ8 (16MP) and the TS6 (16MP) is relatively similar and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ8 was unveiled 12 months prior to the TS6 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the SZ8 matches up versus the TS6 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ8 Gallery & Panasonic TS6 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic SZ8 comes with external measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Panasonic TS6 has sizing of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic SZ8 versus Panasonic TS6 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the SZ8 against the TS6.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ8 and TS6 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading technical specs. The visual below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ8 and TS6.

As you can tell, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP and you can expect similar quality of pictures although you should take the launch date of the products into consideration. The older SZ8 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.