Nikon S6100 vs Panasonic SZ5

Lets look more closely at the Nikon S6100 versus Panasonic SZ5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S6100 (16MP) and the SZ5 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S6100 was revealed 17 months before the SZ5 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the S6100 scores vs the SZ5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S6100 Gallery and Panasonic SZ5 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S6100 provides physical measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ5 has specifications of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the S6100 and the SZ5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S6100 and SZ5 is 93 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing specifications. The picture here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S6100 and SZ5.

Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Nikon S6100 to offer you greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S6100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.