Panasonic TS6 vs Panasonic XS1

Below is a thorough comparison of the Panasonic TS6 vs Panasonic XS1, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The image resolution of the TS6 (16MP) and the XS1 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TS6 was brought out 2 years later than the XS1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the TS6 scores versus the XS1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS6 Gallery and Panasonic XS1 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS6 has got physical dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Panasonic XS1 has dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") having a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

See the Panasonic TS6 vs Panasonic XS1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the TS6 compared to the XS1.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the TS6 and XS1 is 91 and 97 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading specs. The graphic below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the TS6 and XS1.

All in all, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures however you would want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern TS6 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.