Panasonic TS6 vs Sony A550

Here, we are comparing the Panasonic TS6 versus Sony A550, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the TS6 (16MP) and the A550 (14MP) is very well matched but the TS6 (1/2.3") and A550 (APS-C) offer different sensor dimensions.

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The TS6 was brought out 5 years after the A550 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera and the Sony A550 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the TS6 grades against the A550 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A550. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic TS6 Gallery and Sony A550 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera, you should think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS6 enjoys external 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 Sony A550 has sizing of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") and a weight of 632 grams (1.39 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic TS6 versus Sony A550 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the TS6 compared to the A550.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the TS6 and A550 is 91 and 63 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading through technical specs. The image here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the TS6 and A550.

As you can tell, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The TS6 because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Panasonic TS6 will give you extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern TS6 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.