Nikon A900 vs Panasonic TS1
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Nikon A900 vs Panasonic TS1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-840mm (F3.4-6.9) lens
- 289g - 113 x 67 x 40mm
- Released February 2016
- Newer Model is Nikon A1000
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 189g - 98 x 63 x 23mm
- Announced January 2009
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FT1
- Later Model is Panasonic TS2
Nikon A900 vs Panasonic TS1 Overview
In this write-up, we will be matching up the Nikon A900 vs Panasonic TS1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the A900 (20MP) and TS1 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe A900 was unveiled 7 years after the TS1 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the A900 grades against the TS1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon A900 vs Panasonic TS1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix A900 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon A900 Gallery & Panasonic TS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A900 over the Panasonic TS1
A900 | TS1 | |||
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Announced | February 2016 | January 2009 | Newer by 87 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Nikon A900
TS1 | A900 |
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Common features in the Nikon A900 and Panasonic TS1
A900 | TS1 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Nikon A900 vs Panasonic TS1 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon A900 comes with outer dimensions of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) and the Panasonic TS1 has specifications of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon A900 vs Panasonic TS1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the A900 and the TS1.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the A900 and TS1 is 88 and 93 respectively.
Nikon A900 vs Panasonic TS1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specs. The pic below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the A900 and TS1.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Nikon A900 to deliver more detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The fresher A900 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
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Nikon A900 vs Panasonic TS1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A900 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix A900 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FT1 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2016-02-23 | 2009-01-27 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-840mm (35.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-6.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 921k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p, 25p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD Lite |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 289g (0.64 pounds) | 189g (0.42 pounds) |
Dimensions | 113 x 67 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
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 | 300 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $400 | $380 |