Panasonic TS1 vs Panasonic TS6

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Panasonic TS1 and Panasonic TS6, both Waterproof digital cameras and they are both produced by Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the TS1 (12MP) and TS6 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TS1 was launched 7 years prior to the TS6 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a short summary of how the TS1 grades vs the TS6 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic TS1 Gallery and Panasonic TS6 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS1 comes with exterior dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Panasonic TS6 has measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic TS1 and Panasonic TS6 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the TS1 vs the TS6.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the TS1 and TS6 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at specs. The visual here should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the TS1 and TS6.

All in all, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic TS6 to give you more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older TS1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.