Nikon S8000 vs Panasonic TS6

Here is a in-depth review of the Nikon S8000 and Panasonic TS6, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S8000 (14MP) and the TS6 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S8000 was introduced 5 years prior to the TS6 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short overview of how the S8000 scores against the TS6 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S8000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S8000 Gallery and Panasonic TS6 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S8000 enjoys outside measurements of 103mm x 57mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS6 has measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S8000 and Panasonic TS6 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the S8000 versus the TS6.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S8000 and TS6 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by going through specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S8000 and TS6.

All in all, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Panasonic TS6 to show greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The older S8000 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.