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Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic TS4

Portability
95
Imaging
44
Features
25
Overall
36
Nikon Coolpix S3500 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 front
Portability
92
Imaging
36
Features
33
Overall
34

Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic TS4 Key Specs

Nikon S3500
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-182mm (F3.4-6.4) lens
  • 129g - 97 x 58 x 21mm
  • Launched February 2013
Panasonic TS4
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
  • Released January 2012
  • Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT4
  • Older Model is Panasonic TS3
  • Refreshed by Panasonic TS5
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Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic TS4 Overview

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic TS4, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the S3500 (20MP) and TS4 (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S3500 was introduced 13 months later than the TS4 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the S3500 grades against the TS4 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S3500 over the Panasonic TS4

 S3500 TS4 
ReleasedFebruary 2013January 2012Fresher by 13 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic TS4 over the Nikon S3500

 TS4 S3500 

Common features in the Nikon S3500 and Panasonic TS4

 S3500 TS4 
Focus manually No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent display measurements
Display resolution230k230kSame display resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither contains Touch friendly display

Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic TS4 Physical Comparison

If you are intending to carry your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S3500 has got physical measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic TS4 has specifications of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the S3500 and the TS4.

Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic TS4 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S3500 and TS4 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic TS4 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic TS4 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S3500 and TS4.

Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Nikon S3500 to offer you extra detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The newer S3500 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic TS4 sensor size comparison

Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic TS4 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic TS4 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S3500 Portrait photography highlights
Panasonic TS4 Portrait photography highlights
33
decent megapixels (20MP)
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
21
no manual focus
external flash not possible
low MP (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon S3500 Street photography highlights
Panasonic TS4 Street photography highlights
64
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (129 grams)
no moving screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
61
built in image stabilization (Optical)
environment proofing
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S3500 Sports photography features
Panasonic TS4 Sports photography features
42
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (20 megapixels)
no shutter priority mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
38
built in image stabilization (Optical)
features tracking focus
environment proofing
better than average battery pack (310 CIPA)
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,300s)
max fps very slow (4.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
low MP (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S3500 as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic TS4 as a Travel photography camera
69
lighter than competition in class (129 grams)
decent megapixels (20MP)
has built in flash
rather wide (26mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.4)
66
better than average battery pack (310 CIPA)
environment proofing
has built in flash
decently wide (28mm)
low MP (12 megapixels)
does not offer selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S3500 Landscape photography info
Panasonic TS4 Landscape photography info
40
rather wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (20MP)
focusing manually not possible
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.4)
small screen (2.7")
no manual exposure
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
41
decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
environment proofing
better than average battery pack (310 per charge)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
low MP (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S3500 Vlogging information
Panasonic TS4 Vlogging information
31
rather wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (129 grams)
slow max aperture (f3.4)
screen is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have mic support
32
decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not offer selfie friendly display
no mic support
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Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic TS4 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S3500 and Panasonic TS4
 Nikon Coolpix S3500Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4
General Information
Make Nikon Panasonic
Model type Nikon Coolpix S3500 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4
Also referred to as - Lumix DMC-FT4
Type Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Launched 2013-02-21 2012-01-31
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - Venus Engine FHD
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.16 x 4.62mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.5mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 20 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 5152 x 3864 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 3200 6400
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points - 23
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-182mm (7.0x) 28-128mm (4.6x)
Maximum aperture f/3.4-6.4 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing range - 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Display resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display technology TFT-LCD TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 secs 60 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1300 secs
Continuous shutter rate - 4.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 5.60 m
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format - MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 129 grams (0.28 lb) 197 grams (0.43 lb)
Dimensions 97 x 58 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1")
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 - 310 images
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type - SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots One One
Retail cost $85 $399