Panasonic TS6 vs Sony W570
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Panasonic TS6 vs Sony W570 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
- Released January 2015
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FT6
- Earlier Model is Panasonic TS5
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 116g - 91 x 52 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2011
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Lets look more closely at the Panasonic TS6 versus Sony W570, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the TS6 (16MP) and the W570 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe TS6 was introduced 4 years later than the W570 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera and the Sony W570 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the TS6 grades vs the W570 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic TS6 Gallery & Sony W570 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS6 over the Sony W570
| TS6 | W570 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2015 |  | January 2011 | Fresher by 49 months |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W570 over the Panasonic TS6
| W570 | TS6 |
|---|
Common features in the Panasonic TS6 and Sony W570
| TS6 | W570 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Absent Touch display |
Panasonic TS6 vs Sony W570 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS6 has got exterior dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Sony W570 has dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the TS6 against the W570.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the TS6 and W570 is 91 and 96 respectively.
Panasonic TS6 vs Sony W570 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing only by going over specifications. The graphic underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS6 and W570.
To sum up, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you can expect similar quality of files but you have to factor the age of the products into consideration. The younger TS6 provides an advantage in sensor technology.
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Panasonic TS6 vs Sony W570 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 |
| Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FT6 | - |
| Category | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
| Released | 2015-01-06 | 2011-01-06 |
| Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| 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 | 16MP | 16MP |
| 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 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 23 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.6-6.3 |
| Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Resolution of display | 460k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display technology | - | Clear Photo LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 2 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.60 m | 3.70 m |
| Flash options | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4 |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 214 grams (0.47 pounds) | 116 grams (0.26 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 91 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" 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 photos | - |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | - | NP-BN1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Pricing at release | $300 | $159 |