Panasonic TS5 vs Sony NEX-6

Here, we will be matching up the Panasonic TS5 and Sony NEX-6, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the TS5 (16MP) and the NEX-6 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the TS5 (1/2.3") and NEX-6 (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The TS5 was brought out 4 months after the NEX-6 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic TS5 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the TS5 matches up vs the NEX-6 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 and Sony Alpha NEX-6. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic TS5 Gallery and Sony NEX-6 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS5 offers physical 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) while the Sony NEX-6 has measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic TS5 and Sony NEX-6 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the TS5 compared to the NEX-6.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS5 and NEX-6 is 91 and 85 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to see the gap in sensor sizes only by seeing specs. The image here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS5 and NEX-6.

As you can plainly see, both cameras feature the identical megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizes. The TS5 uses the smaller sensor which is going to make achieving shallower depth of field trickier.