Nikon L100 vs Panasonic TS5

Here, we will be comparing the Nikon L100 versus Panasonic TS5, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the L100 (10MP) and TS5 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L100 was released 5 years earlier than the TS5 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a short overview of how the L100 matches up against the TS5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L100 Gallery & Panasonic TS5 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L100 comes with outer measurements of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS5 has dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the L100 vs the TS5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L100 and TS5 is 79 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to visualize the gap between sensor measurements just by reading through specifications. The graphic underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the L100 and TS5.

To sum up, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic TS5 to resolve more detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The older L100 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.