Nikon S800c vs Panasonic TS30
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Nikon S800c vs Panasonic TS30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 184g - 111 x 60 x 27mm
- Introduced February 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Announced January 2015
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT30

Nikon S800c vs Panasonic TS30 Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Nikon S800c versus Panasonic TS30, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S800c (16MP) and the TS30 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S800c was launched 23 months before the TS30 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the S800c matches up against the TS30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S800c vs Panasonic TS30 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S800c and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S800c Gallery and Panasonic TS30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S800c over the Panasonic TS30
S800c | TS30 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Display resolution | 819k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+589k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS30 over the Nikon S800c
TS30 | S800c | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Announced | January 2015 | ![]() | February 2013 | Fresher by 23 months |
Common features in the Nikon S800c and Panasonic TS30
S800c | TS30 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Nikon S800c vs Panasonic TS30 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S800c has got outside measurements 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 TS30 has measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S800c versus Panasonic TS30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the S800c versus the TS30.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S800c and TS30 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S800c vs Panasonic TS30 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing merely by going through a spec sheet. The graphic here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S800c and TS30.
Clearly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos though you have to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The older S800c will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon S800c vs Panasonic TS30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S800c vs Panasonic TS30 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S800c | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S800c | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT30 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2013-02-04 | 2015-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
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 | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 819 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | OLED panel with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.0 frames/s | 1.3 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.40 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 184 grams (0.41 pounds) | 142 grams (0.31 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 60 x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 140 shots | 250 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $290 | $180 |