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Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic TS5

Portability
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Imaging
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Features
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Overall
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Nikon Coolpix S6300 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 front
Portability
91
Imaging
40
Features
43
Overall
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Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic TS5 Key Specs

Nikon S6300
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
  • 160g - 94 x 58 x 26mm
  • Revealed February 2012
Panasonic TS5
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 214g - 110 x 67 x 29mm
  • Released July 2013
  • Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT5
  • Previous Model is Panasonic TS4
  • Later Model is Panasonic TS6
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Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic TS5 Overview

On this page, we will be contrasting the Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic TS5, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S6300 (16MP) and the TS5 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S6300 was revealed 17 months earlier than the TS5 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the S6300 matches up vs the TS5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S6300 over the Panasonic TS5

 S6300 TS5 

Reasons to pick Panasonic TS5 over the Nikon S6300

 TS5 S6300 
ReleasedJuly 2013February 2012Newer by 17 months
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kClearer screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the Nikon S6300 and Panasonic TS5

 S6300 TS5 
Manually focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch screen Neither features Touch screen

Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic TS5 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6300 enjoys exterior dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Panasonic TS5 has measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic TS5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the S6300 against the TS5.

Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic TS5 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S6300 and TS5 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic TS5 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic TS5 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions purely by checking specifications. The pic underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6300 and TS5.

To sum up, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of files although you will need to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged S6300 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic TS5 sensor size comparison

Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic TS5 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic TS5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S6300 Portrait photography highlights
Panasonic TS5 Portrait photography highlights
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MP count decent (16MP)
provides face detection focusing
manual focus not available
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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decent megapixels (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
external flash not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Street Comparison

Nikon S6300 Street photography features
Panasonic TS5 Street photography features
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has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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built in image stabilization (Optical)
environment sealing
fixed screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S6300 as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic TS5 as a Sports photography camera
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max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (16MP)
provides tracking autofocus
max fps very slow (6.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
offers tracking focus
environment sealing
great battery power (370 per charge)
low max shutter speed (1/1,300s)
no shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S6300 Travel photography factors
Panasonic TS5 Travel photography factors
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MP count decent (16MP)
flash built-in
rather wide (25mm)
very long reach (250mm)
doesn't have Timelapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
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great battery power (370 shots)
environment sealing
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S6300 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic TS5 as a Landscape photography camera
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rather wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is small (2.7")
manual mode not possible
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse function
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reasonably wide (28mm)
screen size is decent (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (16MP)
environment sealing
great battery power (370 per charge)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S6300 Vlogging details
Panasonic TS5 Vlogging details
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rather wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
provides face detection focusing
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is not selfie friendly
doesn't have external microphone socket
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reasonably wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
no mic port
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Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic TS5 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S6300 and Panasonic TS5
 Nikon Coolpix S6300Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5
General Information
Make Nikon Panasonic
Model Nikon Coolpix S6300 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5
Otherwise known as - Lumix DMC-FT5
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Revealed 2012-02-01 2013-07-12
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 3200 6400
Minimum native ISO 125 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points - 23
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-250mm (10.0x) 28-128mm (4.6x)
Largest aperture f/3.2-5.8 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus distance 10cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen technology TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 seconds 60 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/1300 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 6.0 frames per sec 10.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range - 5.60 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 160 gr (0.35 pounds) 214 gr (0.47 pounds)
Physical dimensions 94 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1")
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 230 images 370 images
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model EN-EL12 DMW-BCM13
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Launch price $200 $350