Panasonic TS6 vs Sony NEX-3

Below, we are analyzing the Panasonic TS6 versus Sony NEX-3, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the TS6 (16MP) and the NEX-3 (14MP) is very close but the TS6 (1/2.3") and NEX-3 (APS-C) come with different sensor sizing.

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The TS6 was introduced 4 years later than the NEX-3 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a simple summation of how the TS6 grades vs the NEX-3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 and Sony Alpha NEX-3. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic TS6 Gallery and Sony NEX-3 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera often, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS6 offers 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) while the Sony NEX-3 has proportions of 117mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 297 grams (0.65 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic TS6 versus Sony NEX-3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the TS6 vs the NEX-3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS6 and NEX-3 is 91 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through specs. The graphic here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the TS6 and NEX-3.

All in all, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The TS6 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Panasonic TS6 will result in more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos much more aggressively. The more recent TS6 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.