Nikon S6500 vs Panasonic TS5
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![Nikon Coolpix S6500 front Nikon Coolpix S6500 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S6500/Nikon-S6500-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS5/Panasonic-TS5-front.jpg)
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40 Features
43 Overall
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Nikon S6500 vs Panasonic TS5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-300mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 250g - 95 x 58 x 26mm
- Revealed January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 110 x 67 x 29mm
- Revealed July 2013
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT5
- Superseded the Panasonic TS4
- Replacement is Panasonic TS6
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Nikon S6500 vs Panasonic TS5 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Nikon S6500 vs Panasonic TS5, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S6500 (16MP) and the TS5 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The S6500 was launched 6 months earlier than the TS5 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the S6500 scores versus the TS5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Nikon S6500 vs Panasonic TS5 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S6500 Gallery and Panasonic TS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6500 over the Panasonic TS5
S6500 | TS5 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS5 over the Nikon S6500
TS5 | S6500 |
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Common features in the Nikon S6500 and Panasonic TS5
S6500 | TS5 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | July 2013 | Same generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurements |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Nikon S6500 vs Panasonic TS5 Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6500 provides outside dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Panasonic TS5 has measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S6500 vs Panasonic TS5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the S6500 against the TS5.
![Nikon S6500 vs Panasonic TS5 size comparison Nikon S6500 vs Panasonic TS5 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S6500-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS5-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S6500 and TS5 is 92 and 91 respectively.
![Nikon S6500 vs Panasonic TS5 top view buttons comparison Nikon S6500 vs Panasonic TS5 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S6500-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS5-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S6500 vs Panasonic TS5 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by checking out a spec sheet. The pic here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6500 and TS5.
As you can see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution so you should expect comparable quality of files though you will need to factor the release date of the cameras into account.
![Nikon S6500 vs Panasonic TS5 sensor size comparison Nikon S6500 vs Panasonic TS5 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S6500-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS5-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S6500 vs Panasonic TS5 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S6500 vs Panasonic TS5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S6500 vs Panasonic TS5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S6500-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS5-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S6500 vs Panasonic TS5 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FT5 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2013-01-08 | 2013-07-12 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 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 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 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 | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | AMOLED display | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 250 gr (0.55 lb) | 214 gr (0.47 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 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 | - | 370 photographs |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | SLB-10A | DMW-BCM13 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $170 | $350 |