Panasonic TS6 vs Samsung WB50F

Following is a extensive analysis of the Panasonic TS6 versus Samsung WB50F, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the TS6 (16MP) and the WB50F (16MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TS6 was revealed 13 months after the WB50F which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple summary of how the TS6 scores vs the WB50F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 and Samsung WB50F. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic TS6 Gallery and Samsung WB50F Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic TS6 comes with 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) and the Samsung WB50F has specifications of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") with a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the TS6 compared to the WB50F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the TS6 and WB50F is 91 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by looking through specs. The pic here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TS6 and WB50F.

All in all, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution and you should expect comparable quality of images although you might want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent TS6 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.