Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic F5

Its time to examine more in depth at the Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic F5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S6000 (14MP) and the F5 (14MP) is pretty close and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S6000 was revealed 3 years prior to the F5 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a short summation of how the S6000 grades versus the F5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S6000 Gallery & Panasonic F5 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S6000 offers exterior measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Panasonic F5 has sizing of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic F5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the S6000 versus the F5.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S6000 and F5 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes purely by looking through a spec sheet. The pic here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S6000 and F5.

As you can see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of files although you really should consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged S6000 will be behind in sensor tech.