Nikon P610 vs Panasonic TS5

Following is a complete overview of the Nikon P610 versus Panasonic TS5, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the P610 (16MP) and the TS5 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The P610 was launched 20 months after the TS5 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon P610 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic TS5 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the P610 scores vs the TS5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P610 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon P610 Gallery and Panasonic TS5 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P610 has exterior dimensions of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") accompanied by a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS5 has dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the P610 against the TS5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P610 and TS5 is 65 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes just by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the P610 and TS5.

As you can tell, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you will need to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent P610 should have an advantage in sensor technology.