Panasonic TS6 vs Sony TX100V
91 Imaging
40 Features
45 Overall
42
95 Imaging
38 Features
40 Overall
38
Panasonic TS6 vs Sony TX100V 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
- Announced January 2015
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT6
- Earlier Model is Panasonic TS5
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 147g - 97 x 59 x 18mm
- Launched January 2011
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a Landslide Panasonic TS6 vs Sony TX100V Overview
Below is a complete analysis of the Panasonic TS6 vs Sony TX100V, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the TS6 (16MP) and the TX100V (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe TS6 was introduced 4 years later than the TX100V and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX100V being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the TS6 scores against the TX100V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes Panasonic TS6 vs Sony TX100V Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic TS6 Gallery and Sony TX100V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS6 over the Sony TX100V
| TS6 | TX100V | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2015 | January 2011 | More recent by 49 months |
Reasons to pick Sony TX100V over the Panasonic TS6
| TX100V | TS6 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display dimensions | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
| Display resolution | 1229k | 460k | Crisper display (+769k dot) | |
| Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic TS6 and Sony TX100V
| TS6 | TX100V | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
| Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
| Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Panasonic TS6 vs Sony TX100V Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic TS6 features exterior measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Sony TX100V has specifications of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic TS6 vs Sony TX100V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the TS6 compared to the TX100V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the TS6 and TX100V is 91 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic TS6 vs Sony TX100V Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements only by going through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TS6 and TX100V.
Clearly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photos but you may want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The fresher TS6 should have an edge in sensor innovation.
Panasonic TS6 vs Sony TX100V Screen and ViewFinder
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banStreet Comparison
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoSports Comparison
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthTravel Comparison
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneLandscape Comparison
Photography GlossaryVlogging Comparison
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images
Panasonic TS6 vs Sony TX100V Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V |
| Also called | Lumix DMC-FT6 | - |
| Category | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
| Announced | 2015-01-06 | 2011-01-06 |
| Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | 23 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-4.6 |
| Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
| Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 1,229 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Screen technology | - | XtraFine OLED display with TruBlack technology |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 2 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.60 m | 4.00 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 214g (0.47 pounds) | 147g (0.32 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 97 x 59 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 370 images | - |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | - | NP-BN1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Price at release | $300 | $380 |