Panasonic TS6 vs Sony NEX-C3

Here is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic TS6 versus Sony NEX-C3, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TS6 (16MP) and the NEX-C3 (16MP) is pretty comparable but the TS6 (1/2.3") and NEX-C3 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizes.

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The TS6 was unveiled 3 years later than the NEX-C3 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-C3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the TS6 matches up vs the NEX-C3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 & Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic TS6 Gallery & Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS6 features outside measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Sony NEX-C3 has dimensions of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic TS6 versus Sony NEX-C3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the TS6 against the NEX-C3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS6 and NEX-C3 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Normally, its tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the TS6 and NEX-C3.

Clearly, both cameras provide the same megapixel count albeit different sensor sizing. The TS6 provides the smaller sensor which should make getting shallow depth of field more difficult. The more recent TS6 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.