Panasonic TS6 vs Sony RX10

Let's take a deeper look at the Panasonic TS6 and Sony RX10, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the TS6 (16MP) and the RX10 (20MP) is fairly close but the TS6 (1/2.3") and RX10 (1") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The TS6 was introduced 10 months later than the RX10 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX10 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the TS6 matches up vs the RX10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS6 Gallery and Sony RX10 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS6 has got outside dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Sony RX10 has proportions of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") along with a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic TS6 and Sony RX10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the TS6 compared to the RX10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the TS6 and RX10 is 91 and 58 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing purely by viewing specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS6 and RX10.

All in all, both cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The TS6 having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony RX10 will render greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The fresher TS6 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.