Panasonic TS6 vs Sony QX100

Lets look a bit more closely at the Panasonic TS6 vs Sony QX100, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Lens-style by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the TS6 (16MP) and the QX100 (20MP) is relatively similar but the TS6 (1/2.3") and QX100 (1") offer totally different sensor size.

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The TS6 was announced 17 months after the QX100 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera and the Sony QX100 being a Lens-style camera.

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief summary of how the TS6 scores versus the QX100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic TS6 Gallery & Sony QX100 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS6 features exterior dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Sony QX100 has sizing of 63mm x 63mm x 56mm (2.5" x 2.5" x 2.2") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the TS6 versus the QX100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the TS6 and QX100 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading technical specs. The picture underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the TS6 and QX100.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The TS6 using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Sony QX100 will deliver extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more modern TS6 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.