Panasonic TS6 vs Sony WX30
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Panasonic TS6 vs Sony WX30 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
- Revealed January 2015
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FT6
- Succeeded the Panasonic TS5
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 117g - 92 x 52 x 19mm
- Announced July 2011

Panasonic TS6 vs Sony WX30 Overview
Following is a in-depth assessment of the Panasonic TS6 versus Sony WX30, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the TS6 (16MP) and the WX30 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The TS6 was launched 3 years after the WX30 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the TS6 scores versus the WX30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic TS6 vs Sony WX30 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic TS6 Gallery & Sony WX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS6 over the Sony WX30
TS6 | WX30 | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | ![]() | July 2011 | More modern by 43 months |
Reasons to pick Sony WX30 over the Panasonic TS6
WX30 | TS6 | |||
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Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+462k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic TS6 and Sony WX30
TS6 | WX30 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Panasonic TS6 vs Sony WX30 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you will have to factor in 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) whilst the Sony WX30 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic TS6 versus Sony WX30 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the TS6 against the WX30.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the TS6 and WX30 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Panasonic TS6 vs Sony WX30 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes only by checking specifications. The picture here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the TS6 and WX30.
To sum up, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels and you can expect similar quality of pictures though you should consider the age of the products into consideration. The more recent TS6 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Panasonic TS6 vs Sony WX30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic TS6 vs Sony WX30 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30 |
Alternate name | Lumix DMC-FT6 | - |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2015-01-06 | 2011-07-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 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 surface 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 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection 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 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | XtraFine TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt 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 | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 214 grams (0.47 lbs) | 117 grams (0.26 lbs) |
Dimensions | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 92 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 pictures | 250 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | 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 | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $300 | $259 |