Panasonic TS6 vs Panasonic ZS100
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Panasonic TS6 vs Panasonic ZS100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 110 x 67 x 29mm
- Revealed January 2015
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT6
- Earlier Model is Panasonic TS5
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- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-250mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 312g - 111 x 65 x 44mm
- Announced January 2016
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ100
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS200
Panasonic TS6 vs Panasonic ZS100 Overview
Below, we are matching up the Panasonic TS6 versus Panasonic ZS100, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Large Sensor Compact and both are designed by Panasonic. The image resolution of the TS6 (16MP) and the ZS100 (20MP) is fairly close but the TS6 (1/2.3") and ZS100 (1") feature totally different sensor measurements.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe TS6 was revealed 12 months prior to the ZS100 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic ZS100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the TS6 grades against the ZS100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic TS6 vs Panasonic ZS100 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100. The full galleries are available at Panasonic TS6 Gallery & Panasonic ZS100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS6 over the Panasonic ZS100
TS6 | ZS100 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS100 over the Panasonic TS6
ZS100 | TS6 | |||
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Announced | January 2016 | January 2015 | Fresher by 12 months | |
Manually focus | More accurate focus | |||
Display resolution | 1040k | 460k | Crisper display (+580k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic TS6 and Panasonic ZS100
TS6 | ZS100 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Panasonic TS6 vs Panasonic ZS100 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS6 has got outside measurements 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 Panasonic ZS100 has dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 312 grams (0.69 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic TS6 versus Panasonic ZS100 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the TS6 and the ZS100.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the TS6 and ZS100 is 91 and 87 respectively.
Panasonic TS6 vs Panasonic ZS100 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing only by researching technical specs. The photograph below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the TS6 and ZS100.
As you have seen, both of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The TS6 with its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh trickier and the Panasonic ZS100 will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The older TS6 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Panasonic TS6 vs Panasonic ZS100 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-FT6 | Lumix DMC-TZ100 |
Class | Waterproof | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2015-01-06 | 2016-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | MOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,166k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 9.9 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | 8.00 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 4K/UHD (3840 x 2160 @ 30p/24p), 1920 x 1080 @ 60p/60i/30p/24p, 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 214g (0.47 lbs) | 312g (0.69 lbs) |
Dimensions | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 111 x 65 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 70 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 559 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 images | 300 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3 shots @ 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $300 | $700 |