Panasonic TS6 vs Panasonic ZS40

Lets take a deeper look at the Panasonic TS6 vs Panasonic ZS40, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are designed by Panasonic. The image resolution of the TS6 (16MP) and the ZS40 (18MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TS6 was brought out 13 months after the ZS40 making them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short overview of how the TS6 matches up against the ZS40 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic TS6 Gallery and Panasonic ZS40 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS6 offers external 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 Panasonic ZS40 has proportions of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic TS6 vs Panasonic ZS40 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the TS6 against the ZS40.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the TS6 and ZS40 is 91 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over technical specs. The pic underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS6 and ZS40.

As you have seen, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS40 to offer more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The younger TS6 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.