Nikon S6500 vs Panasonic TS10

On this page, we are matching up the Nikon S6500 and Panasonic TS10, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S6500 (16MP) and the TS10 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S6500 was launched 3 years after the TS10 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the S6500 matches up vs the TS10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6500 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S6500 Gallery & Panasonic TS10 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6500 comes with physical dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Panasonic TS10 has proportions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S6500 and Panasonic TS10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the S6500 and the TS10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S6500 and TS10 is 92 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by checking out specs. The image here will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S6500 and TS10.

All in all, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon S6500 to provide more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics more aggressively. The more modern S6500 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.