Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6

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    Highlights

    • 16.1 MP 1/2.33-inch CMOS Sensor
    • 100 - 6,400 Native ISO
    • 23 Focus Points
    • 3.0" 460k dot Fixed Screen
    • 10.0 fps Continuous Shooting
    • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
    • Built-in Flash
    • Built-in GPS
    • Built-In Wi-Fi
    • Wheather Sealed Body
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    Overview

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 was announced in 2015 and is a 1/2.33-inch (6.08 x 4.56 mm) Standard Compact camera with 16.1 Megapixel CMOS sensor. Its native ISO ranges from 100 to 6,400. The camera has a Fixed 3.0" screen with 460k dot resolution.

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 can capture video up to 1920 x 1080 resolution.


    Here is the Panasonic -TSx series lineup, where you can view and compare the main specifications of the cameras within the same series.

    Panasonic -TSx series lineup
    Model Date Sensor Native ISO Screen Price
    Image cannot be found Panasonic TS6 January
    2015
    16.1 MP
    1/2.33-inch
    100 - 6,400 Fixed 3.0"
    460k dot
    Image cannot be found Panasonic TS5 July
    2013
    16.1 MP
    1/2.33-inch
    100 - 6,400 Fixed 3.0"
    460k dot
    Image cannot be found Panasonic TS4 January
    2012
    12.1 MP
    1/2.33-inch
    100 - 6,400 Fixed 2.70"
    230k dot
    Image cannot be found Panasonic TS3 August
    2011
    12.1 MP
    1/2.33-inch
    100 - 6,400 Fixed 2.70"
    230k dot
    Image cannot be found Panasonic TS2 January
    2010
    14.1 MP
    1/2.33-inch
    80 - 6,400 Fixed 2.70"
    230k dot
    Image cannot be found Panasonic TS1 January
    2009
    12 MP
    1/2.33-inch
    80 - 6,400 Fixed 2.70"
    230k dot

    You can view their side-by-side comparison here: Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 vs Lumix DMC-TS5 vs Lumix DMC-TS4 vs Lumix DMC-TS3 vs Lumix DMC-TS2 vs Lumix DMC-TS1.

    Pros and Cons

    In this section we present pros and cons of Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6.

    PROS

    •   Cheap
    •   Video Capture
    •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
    •   Face Detection
    •   Live View Autofocus
    •   Built-in Flash
    •   HDMI Output
    •   Built-in GPS
    •   Built-In Wi-Fi
    •   Environmental Sealing
    •   Light - 214 g (0.47 lb / 7.55 oz)
    •   Internal Storage
    •   Orientation Sensor

    CONS

    •   Small Sensor
    •   No Image Stabilization
    •   Fixed Screen
    •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
    •   No Viewfinder
    •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/1300 sec
    •   No External Flash Connectivity
    •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
    •   No Microphone Input
    •   No Headphone Output
    •   No Built-In Bluetooth
    •   Short Battery Life - 370 shots

    And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

    AVERAGE

    •   Sensor Resolution - 16.1 Megapixel
    •   100 Lowest Native ISO
    •   23 Focus Points
    •   Screen Size - 3.0"
    •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps

    Predecessor

    Here we are comparing Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 to its predecessor Lumix DMC-TS5 and displaying the major changes.

    UPGRADES Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5
    Crush Proof vs
    DOWNGRADES Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5
    Image Stabilization vs
    Internal Storage 10 MB vs 15 MB

    For more detailed comparison between the models please visit Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 vs Lumix DMC-TS5.

    Screen

    Fixed screen

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 has a 3.0" Fixed screen with 460k dot resolution which is quite low by today's standards.

    Sensor

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 features a 16.1 megapixel 1/2.33-inch CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.08 x 4.56 mm and a total area of 27.7 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 6,400.

    Photography Features

    Camera can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolutions like 4608 x 3072, 4608 x 2592, 3648 x 2736, 3456 x 3456, 2560 x 1920, 2560 x 1920, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1536, 640 x 480 with 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.


    No Image Stabilization

    The camera does not have an image stabilization.

    Check out the cameras which are frequently compared to Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6.

    Connectivity, Battery and Storage

    Built-in GPS

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 has a built-in GPS (Global Positioning System) technology which allows you to automatically tag the location where you took your photos. You can later categorize, organize, and search for photos based on location. This is very useful for travel and outdoor photographers for documenting the locations where images were captured.
      Check out the cameras in our database that have built-in GPS.


    Built-in Wi-Fi

    Camera has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
      Check out the cameras in our database that have built-in WiFi.


    NFC

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.


    USB Input and HDMI Output

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 has a USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) input for data transfer. There is an HDMI connector for video signal output.


    Battery

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 comes with Lithium ion battery & charger battery pack with battery life of 370 shots.


    Internal Storage and External Storage Slots

    The camera has 10 MB internal storage and a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

    Other Features

    Shutter

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6's shutter speed can go up to 1/1300 sec. Camera can shoot continuously up to 10.0 fps.


    Flash

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 has a built-in flash with maximum range of 5.60 m.

    Physical Parameters

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 has dimensions of 110 x 67 x 29 mm (4.33 x 2.64 x 1.14"). It weighs 214 g (0.47 lb / 7.55 oz), so it is a lightweight camera.

    110 mm (4.33")

    67 mm (2.64")

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    67 mm (2.64")

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    29 mm (1.14")

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    Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 dimensions

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 for Different Types of Photography

    We give scores to the camera for different type of photography based on its features and specifications. Let us see how Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 is suitable for six different types of photography.


    Landscape Photography

    GOOD
    76

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 gets a score of 76 and is GOOD choice for Landscape photography.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
    •   Built-in GPS
    •   Environmental Sealing

    Sports Photography

    AVERAGE
    68

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 gets a score of 68 and is AVERAGE choice for Sports photography.

    •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
    •   23 Focus Points
    •   Face Detection
    •   No Image Stabilization
    •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
    •   No Viewfinder
    •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps
    •   Short Battery Life - 370 shots
    •   Orientation Sensor

    Wildlife Photography

    AVERAGE
    69

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 gets a score of 69 and is AVERAGE choice for Wildlife photography.

    •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
    •   23 Focus Points
    •   No Image Stabilization
    •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
    •   No Viewfinder
    •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps
    •   Environmental Sealing
    •   Short Battery Life - 370 shots
    •   Orientation Sensor

    Portrait Photography

    AVERAGE
    65

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 gets a score of 65 and is AVERAGE choice for Portrait photography.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   23 Focus Points
    •   Face Detection
    •   No Image Stabilization
    •   Screen Size - 3.0"
    •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
    •   No External Flash Connectivity
    •   Orientation Sensor

    Street Photography

    GOOD
    84

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 gets a score of 84 and is GOOD choice for Street photography.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   23 Focus Points
    •   No Image Stabilization
    •   Fixed Screen
    •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
    •   No Viewfinder
    •   Built-in GPS
    •   Environmental Sealing
    •   Light - 214 g (0.47 lb / 7.55 oz)

    Travel Photography

    EXCELLENT
    90

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 gets a score of 90 and is EXCELLENT choice for Travel photography.

    •   No Image Stabilization
    •   Fixed Screen
    •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
    •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
    •   Built-in GPS
    •   Environmental Sealing
    •   Light - 214 g (0.47 lb / 7.55 oz)
    •   Short Battery Life - 370 shots

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 Evaluation

    We evaluate Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 and give score of 56 out of 100. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


    OVERALL
    56

    Sensor

    POOR
    51

    We give Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 a score of 51 for Sensor parameters.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   Sensor Resolution - 16.1 Megapixel
    •   100 Lowest Native ISO
    •   6,400 Highest Native ISO

    Photo

    POOR
    43

    We give Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 a score of 43 for Photo parameters.

    •   No Image Stabilization
    •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/1300 sec
    •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps
    •   No External Flash Connectivity

    Video

    BAD
    14

    We give Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 a score of 14 for Video parameters.

    •   No Image Stabilization
    •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080

    Focusing

    GOOD
    71

    We give Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 a score of 71 for Focusing parameters.

    •   23 Focus Points
    •   Face Detection
    •   Live View Autofocus

    Screen and Viewfinder

    POOR
    53

    We give Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 a score of 53 for Screen and Viewfinder parameters.

    •   Fixed Screen
    •   Screen Size - 3.0"
    •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
    •   No Viewfinder

    Connectivity

    GOOD
    79

    We give Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 a score of 79 for Connectivity parameters.

    •   HDMI Output
    •   No Microphone Input
    •   No Headphone Output
    •   Built-in GPS
    •   Built-In Wi-Fi
    •   No Built-In Bluetooth

    Battery, Storage and Physical

    GOOD
    70

    We give Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 a score of 70 for Battery, Storage and Physical parameters.

    •   Environmental Sealing
    •   Light - 214 g (0.47 lb / 7.55 oz)
    •   Short Battery Life - 370 shots
    •   Internal Storage


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