Nikon S3600 vs Panasonic TS30

Its time to look more in depth at the Nikon S3600 and Panasonic TS30, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the S3600 (20MP) and TS30 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S3600 was announced 12 months prior to the TS30 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the S3600 matches up versus the TS30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S3600 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S3600 Gallery and Panasonic TS30 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S3600 features external dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic TS30 has sizing of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S3600 and Panasonic TS30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the S3600 vs the TS30.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S3600 and TS30 is 96 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by seeing technical specs. The visual here should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3600 and TS30.

As you can tell, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon S3600 to show more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The older S3600 will be behind in sensor tech.