Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic TS30
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95 Imaging
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Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic TS30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.7-5.6) lens
- 156g - 97 x 55 x 25mm
- Released February 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Announced January 2015
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT30

Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic TS30 Overview
Following is a complete comparison of the Nikon S6000 and Panasonic TS30, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S6000 (14MP) and the TS30 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S6000 was announced 5 years before the TS30 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a quick summation of how the S6000 grades versus the TS30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic TS30 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S6000 Gallery and Panasonic TS30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6000 over the Panasonic TS30
S6000 | TS30 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS30 over the Nikon S6000
TS30 | S6000 | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 59 months |
Common features in the Nikon S6000 and Panasonic TS30
S6000 | TS30 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic TS30 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S6000 provides outer dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 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).
Examine the Nikon S6000 and Panasonic TS30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the S6000 versus the TS30.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S6000 and TS30 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic TS30 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading through a spec sheet. The pic underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6000 and TS30.
As you can see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic TS30 to give greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S6000 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic TS30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic TS30 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FT30 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2010-02-03 | 2015-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.7-5.6 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | 1.3fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 156 grams (0.34 lb) | 142 grams (0.31 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 | - | 250 photographs |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $300 | $180 |