Nikon S6100 vs Panasonic LS5

Lets examine more in depth at the Nikon S6100 versus Panasonic LS5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S6100 (16MP) and the LS5 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S6100 was unveiled 5 months earlier than the LS5 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the S6100 matches up against the LS5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S6100 Gallery and Panasonic LS5 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6100 provides exterior dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Panasonic LS5 has measurements of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the S6100 against the LS5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S6100 and LS5 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by going through a spec sheet. The photograph below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6100 and LS5.

As you can see, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon S6100 to show extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively.