Panasonic TS6 vs Ricoh GR Digital III

Lets take a more detailed look at the Panasonic TS6 versus Ricoh GR Digital III, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Ricoh. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the TS6 (16MP) and GR Digital III (10MP) and the TS6 (1/2.3") and GR Digital III (1/1.7") use totally different sensor measurements.

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The TS6 was launched 5 years after the GR Digital III which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the TS6 grades versus the GR Digital III in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 and Ricoh GR Digital III. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS6 Gallery and Ricoh GR Digital III Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS6 features exterior dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GR Digital III has measurements of 109mm x 59mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic TS6 versus Ricoh GR Digital III in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the TS6 compared to the GR Digital III.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS6 and GR Digital III is 91 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading through a spec sheet. The image here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the TS6 and GR Digital III.

As you can see, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The TS6 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic TS6 will give extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The younger TS6 will have an edge in sensor tech.