Nikon A900 vs Panasonic TS4
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Nikon A900 vs Panasonic TS4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-840mm (F3.4-6.9) lens
- 289g - 113 x 67 x 40mm
- Revealed February 2016
- Newer Model is Nikon A1000
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Released January 2012
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT4
- Earlier Model is Panasonic TS3
- Renewed by Panasonic TS5

Nikon A900 vs Panasonic TS4 Overview
In this write-up, we are reviewing the Nikon A900 versus Panasonic TS4, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the A900 (20MP) and TS4 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The A900 was launched 4 years later than the TS4 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the A900 matches up vs the TS4 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon A900 vs Panasonic TS4 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix A900 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon A900 Gallery and Panasonic TS4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A900 over the Panasonic TS4
A900 | TS4 | |||
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Released | February 2016 | ![]() | January 2012 | More recent by 50 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS4 over the Nikon A900
TS4 | A900 |
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Common features in the Nikon A900 and Panasonic TS4
A900 | TS4 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Nikon A900 vs Panasonic TS4 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon A900 comes with external dimensions of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) and the Panasonic TS4 has dimensions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).
Compare the Nikon A900 versus Panasonic TS4 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the A900 against the TS4.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A900 and TS4 is 88 and 92 respectively.

Nikon A900 vs Panasonic TS4 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading specs. The visual underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the A900 and TS4.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon A900 to offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher A900 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

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Nikon A900 vs Panasonic TS4 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A900 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix A900 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT4 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2016-02-23 | 2012-01-31 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-840mm (35.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.4-6.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 921 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0 frames per second | 4.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 5.60 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p, 25p) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 289g (0.64 pounds) | 197g (0.43 pounds) |
Dimensions | 113 x 67 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photographs | 310 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $400 | $399 |