Nikon S33 vs Panasonic TS10
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Nikon S33 vs Panasonic TS10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/3.1" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-90mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 221g - 110 x 66 x 27mm
- Announced February 2015
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Launched January 2010
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT10

Nikon S33 vs Panasonic TS10 Overview
Here is a extensive overview of the Nikon S33 versus Panasonic TS10, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S33 (13MP) and the TS10 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the S33 (1/3.1") and TS10 (1/2.3") boast different sensor dimensions.

The S33 was manufactured 5 years later than the TS10 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the S33 matches up versus the TS10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S33 vs Panasonic TS10 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S33 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S33 Gallery and Panasonic TS10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S33 over the Panasonic TS10
S33 | TS10 | |||
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Launched | February 2015 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 62 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS10 over the Nikon S33
TS10 | S33 |
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Common features in the Nikon S33 and Panasonic TS10
S33 | TS10 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Nikon S33 vs Panasonic TS10 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S33 provides outside measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Panasonic TS10 has proportions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S33 versus Panasonic TS10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the S33 against the TS10.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S33 and TS10 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Nikon S33 vs Panasonic TS10 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing only by checking out specifications. The graphic below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S33 and TS10.
Plainly, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S33 because of its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Panasonic TS10 will provide greater detail due to its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher S33 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.

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Nikon S33 vs Panasonic TS10 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S33 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S33 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT10 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2015-02-10 | 2010-01-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/3.1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 4.7 x 3.5mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 16.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 13 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4160 x 3120 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 30-90mm (3.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 7.7 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.7fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m (at Auto ISO) | 4.90 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p), 320 x 240 (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 | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 221g (0.49 lbs) | 188g (0.41 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 66 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 220 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec, smile timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $150 | $249 |