Nikon S3000 vs Panasonic TS4

Here is a complete comparison of the Nikon S3000 vs Panasonic TS4, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S3000 (12MP) and the TS4 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S3000 was brought out 24 months earlier than the TS4 making them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Nikon S3000 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic TS4 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the S3000 matches up versus the TS4 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S3000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S3000 Gallery and Panasonic TS4 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S3000 has got outside measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Panasonic TS4 has sizing of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the S3000 compared to the TS4.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S3000 and TS4 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by reviewing specs. The photograph below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S3000 and TS4.

All in all, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of images however you will want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older S3000 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.