Nikon S800c vs Panasonic TS3

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Nikon S800c and Panasonic TS3, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the S800c (16MP) and TS3 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S800c was released 18 months after the TS3 making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the S800c matches up versus the TS3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S800c & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S800c Gallery & Panasonic TS3 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S800c has got external dimensions of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Panasonic TS3 has measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the S800c against the TS3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S800c and TS3 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions only by going through specs. The image here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S800c and TS3.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Nikon S800c to show extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The younger S800c will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.