Panasonic TS6 vs Pentax WG-10

Here is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic TS6 versus Pentax WG-10, both Waterproof digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the TS6 (16MP) and the WG-10 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TS6 was released 19 months later than the WG-10 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a short summary of how the TS6 scores vs the WG-10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 & Pentax WG-10. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic TS6 Gallery & Pentax WG-10 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS6 comes with outside measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-10 has sizing of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic TS6 versus Pentax WG-10 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the TS6 compared to the WG-10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS6 and WG-10 is 91 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing simply by checking specs. The graphic here will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the TS6 and WG-10.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Panasonic TS6 to give you greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger TS6 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.