Panasonic TS6 vs Pentax P70

The following is a thorough assessment of the Panasonic TS6 versus Pentax P70, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the TS6 (16MP) and P70 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TS6 was brought out 5 years after the P70 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera and the Pentax P70 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the TS6 scores vs the P70 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 & Pentax Optio P70. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic TS6 Gallery & Pentax P70 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS6 has outer dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Pentax P70 has proportions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the TS6 and the P70.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TS6 and P70 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specifications. The image underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS6 and P70.

Plainly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic TS6 to resolve greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer TS6 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.