Panasonic TS6 vs Sony QX1
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Panasonic TS6 vs Sony QX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 110 x 67 x 29mm
- Released January 2015
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT6
- Succeeded the Panasonic TS5
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- " Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 216g - 74 x 70 x 53mm
- Revealed September 2014

Panasonic TS6 vs Sony QX1 Overview
Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Panasonic TS6 vs Sony QX1, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Lens-style by brands Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the TS6 (16MP) and the QX1 (20MP) is very comparable but the TS6 (1/2.3") and QX1 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizing.

The TS6 was released 5 months later than the QX1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera and the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera.
Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a quick summary of how the TS6 matches up versus the QX1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic TS6 vs Sony QX1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 and Sony Alpha QX1. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic TS6 Gallery and Sony QX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS6 over the Sony QX1
TS6 | QX1 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | " | Larger display (+3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 0k | Crisper display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony QX1 over the Panasonic TS6
QX1 | TS6 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic TS6 and Sony QX1
TS6 | QX1 | |||
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Revealed | January 2015 | ![]() | September 2014 | Same generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Panasonic TS6 vs Sony QX1 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic TS6 has got exterior measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Sony QX1 has specifications of 74mm x 70mm x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") along with a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic TS6 vs Sony QX1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the TS6 vs the QX1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS6 and QX1 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Panasonic TS6 vs Sony QX1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by checking out technical specs. The photograph below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the TS6 and QX1.
As you can tell, both of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The TS6 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony QX1 will produce greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos much more aggressively.

Panasonic TS6 vs Sony QX1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic TS6 vs Sony QX1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | Sony Alpha QX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | Sony Alpha QX1 |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FT6 | - |
Class | Waterproof | Lens-style |
Released | 2015-01-06 | 2014-09-03 |
Physical type | Compact | Lens-style |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.2 x 15.4mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 357.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5456 x 3632 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 16000 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens focal range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | - |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 0k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off | Off, auto, fill, slow sync, rear sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 214 gr (0.47 pounds) | 216 gr (0.48 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 74 x 70 x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 photographs | 440 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC, Memory Stick Micro |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $300 | $500 |