Panasonic TS6 vs Sony QX10
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Panasonic TS6 vs Sony QX10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 110 x 67 x 29mm
- Announced January 2015
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT6
- Previous Model is Panasonic TS5
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- " Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1440 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 105g - 62 x 62 x 33mm
- Announced September 2013

Panasonic TS6 vs Sony QX10 Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Panasonic TS6 vs Sony QX10, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Lens-style by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the TS6 (16MP) and the QX10 (18MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The TS6 was revealed 17 months after the QX10 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera and the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera.
Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise overview of how the TS6 matches up versus the QX10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic TS6 vs Sony QX10 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic TS6 Gallery and Sony QX10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS6 over the Sony QX10
TS6 | QX10 | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | ![]() | September 2013 | Newer by 17 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | " | Bigger screen (+3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 0k | Crisper screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony QX10 over the Panasonic TS6
QX10 | TS6 | |||
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Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic TS6 and Sony QX10
TS6 | QX10 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Panasonic TS6 vs Sony QX10 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic TS6 features physical measurements 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 QX10 has specifications of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).
Check the Panasonic TS6 vs Sony QX10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the TS6 compared to the QX10.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the TS6 and QX10 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Panasonic TS6 vs Sony QX10 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specs. The image here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the TS6 and QX10.
All in all, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony QX10 to resolve extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more recent TS6 provides an edge in sensor innovation.

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Panasonic TS6 vs Sony QX10 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10 |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FT6 | - |
Class | Waterproof | Lens-style |
Announced | 2015-01-06 | 2013-09-04 |
Body design | Compact | Lens-style |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | - |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 0k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | Depends on connected smartphone |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off | None |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1440 x 1080 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1440x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 214 gr (0.47 pounds) | 105 gr (0.23 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 62 x 62 x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
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 photos | 220 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BN, |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC, Memory Stick Micro |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $300 | $250 |