Panasonic TS6 vs Sony HX200V

Lets look more closely at the Panasonic TS6 and Sony HX200V, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the TS6 (16MP) and the HX200V (18MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TS6 was released 2 years later than the HX200V and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the TS6 grades versus the HX200V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS6 Gallery and Sony HX200V Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic TS6 comes with 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 HX200V has specifications of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") along with a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the TS6 against the HX200V.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TS6 and HX200V is 91 and 66 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to see the difference between sensor measurements merely by going over specs. The photograph underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the TS6 and HX200V.

All in all, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony HX200V to deliver more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer TS6 will have an edge in sensor technology.