Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic TS4
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Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic TS4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.6) lens
- 160g - 93 x 58 x 26mm
- Revealed August 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Revealed January 2012
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT4
- Earlier Model is Panasonic TS3
- Renewed by Panasonic TS5

Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic TS4 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic TS4, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the S6200 (16MP) and TS4 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The S6200 was announced 5 months earlier than the TS4 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the S6200 scores vs the TS4 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic TS4 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S6200 Gallery & Panasonic TS4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6200 over the Panasonic TS4
S6200 | TS4 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS4 over the Nikon S6200
TS4 | S6200 |
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Common features in the Nikon S6200 and Panasonic TS4
S6200 | TS4 | |||
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Revealed | August 2011 | ![]() | January 2012 | Same age |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display size |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic TS4 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6200 has external measurements of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Panasonic TS4 has proportions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check the Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic TS4 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the S6200 compared to the TS4.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S6200 and TS4 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic TS4 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to visualise the gap in sensor measurements simply by viewing specifications. The graphic here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S6200 and TS4.
To sum up, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon S6200 to provide you with greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively.

Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic TS4 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic TS4 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S6200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FT4 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2011-08-24 | 2012-01-31 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | 4.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE 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 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 160g (0.35 pounds) | 197g (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 images | 310 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $229 | $399 |