Panasonic TS6 vs Sony W650

Here, we will be evaluating the Panasonic TS6 vs Sony W650, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the TS6 (16MP) and the W650 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TS6 was introduced 3 years later than the W650 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief summation of how the TS6 matches up vs the W650 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS6 Gallery and Sony W650 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS6 enjoys external measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Sony W650 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the TS6 vs the W650.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS6 and W650 is 91 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing just by going through technical specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the TS6 and W650.

As you have seen, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP and you should expect comparable quality of images but you should really take the release date of the cameras into account. The more modern TS6 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.