Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Sony WX500 and Panasonic TS6 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Sony WX500 has external dimensions of 102 x 58 x 36 mm (4.02 x 2.28 x 1.42″) and weighs 236 g (0.52 lb / 8.32 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic TS6 has external dimensions of 110 x 67 x 29 mm (4.33 x 2.64 x 1.14″) and weighs 214 g (0.47 lb / 7.55 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Sony WX500 and the Panasonic TS6. Sony WX500 is 8mm narrower and 9mm shorter than Panasonic TS6 but it is also 7mm thicker.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Sony WX500 and Panasonic TS6.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic TS6 is 22g lighter than the Sony WX500 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the TS6, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the WX500.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Sony WX500 and Panasonic TS6's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Sony WX500 features a
Tilting screen where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels whereas the Panasonic TS6 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to WX500.