Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic TS10

The following is a complete comparison of the Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic TS10, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the S3500 (20MP) and TS10 (14MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S3500 was introduced 3 years after the TS10 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the S3500 matches up against the TS10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S3500 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S3500 Gallery & Panasonic TS10 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S3500 comes with physical dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic TS10 has measurements of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Check the Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic TS10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the S3500 versus the TS10.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S3500 and TS10 is 95 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by viewing technical specs. The pic here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3500 and TS10.

As you have seen, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Nikon S3500 to result in more detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern S3500 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.