Nikon S5100 vs Panasonic TS6
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Nikon S5100 vs Panasonic TS6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 132g - 97 x 57 x 22mm
- Released August 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 110 x 67 x 29mm
- Released January 2015
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FT6
- Replaced the Panasonic TS5

Nikon S5100 vs Panasonic TS6 Overview
Its time to take a deeper look at the Nikon S5100 vs Panasonic TS6, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the S5100 (12MP) and TS6 (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S5100 was released 5 years prior to the TS6 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short introduction of how the S5100 matches up versus the TS6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S5100 vs Panasonic TS6 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S5100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S5100 Gallery & Panasonic TS6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S5100 over the Panasonic TS6
S5100 | TS6 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS6 over the Nikon S5100
TS6 | S5100 | |||
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Released | January 2015 | ![]() | August 2010 | More modern by 53 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S5100 and Panasonic TS6
S5100 | TS6 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Nikon S5100 vs Panasonic TS6 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S5100 offers exterior measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS6 has dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S5100 vs Panasonic TS6 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the S5100 against the TS6.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S5100 and TS6 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Nikon S5100 vs Panasonic TS6 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S5100 and TS6.
Clearly, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic TS6 to offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images much more aggressively. The more aged S5100 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon S5100 vs Panasonic TS6 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S5100 vs Panasonic TS6 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S5100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S5100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT6 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2010-08-17 | 2015-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 132 gr (0.29 lb) | 214 gr (0.47 lb) |
Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 370 photographs |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL10 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $200 | $300 |