Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic TS5

Lets take a deeper look at the Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic TS5, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S4300 (16MP) and the TS5 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S4300 was announced 17 months earlier than the TS5 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the S4300 matches up vs the TS5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S4300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S4300 Gallery and Panasonic TS5 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S4300 features external measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Panasonic TS5 has dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic TS5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the S4300 versus the TS5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S4300 and TS5 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes just by seeing specs. The image here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S4300 and TS5.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of files but you will need to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged S4300 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.