Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic TS2

Here is a detailed assessment of the Nikon S6200 and Panasonic TS2, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S6200 (16MP) and the TS2 (14MP) is relatively close and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S6200 was revealed 20 months later than the TS2 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the S6200 scores against the TS2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S6200 Gallery and Panasonic TS2 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6200 provides outer dimensions of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Panasonic TS2 has proportions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the S6200 against the TS2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S6200 and TS2 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing purely by looking through specifications. The photograph below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S6200 and TS2.

To sum up, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Nikon S6200 to provide you with more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more recent S6200 provides an advantage in sensor tech.