Nikon S800c vs Panasonic TS4
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Nikon S800c vs Panasonic TS4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 184g - 111 x 60 x 27mm
- Launched February 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Revealed January 2012
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT4
- Replaced the Panasonic TS3
- Later Model is Panasonic TS5
Nikon S800c vs Panasonic TS4 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Nikon S800c vs Panasonic TS4, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the S800c (16MP) and TS4 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe S800c was introduced 13 months later than the TS4 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the S800c grades against the TS4 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S800c vs Panasonic TS4 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S800c & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S800c Gallery & Panasonic TS4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S800c over the Panasonic TS4
S800c | TS4 | |||
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Revealed | February 2013 | January 2012 | Fresher by 13 months | |
Screen size | 3.5" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") | |
Screen resolution | 819k | 230k | Clearer screen (+589k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS4 over the Nikon S800c
TS4 | S800c |
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Common features in the Nikon S800c and Panasonic TS4
S800c | TS4 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen |
Nikon S800c vs Panasonic TS4 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S800c provides outer measurements of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Panasonic TS4 has dimensions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S800c vs Panasonic TS4 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the S800c compared to the TS4.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S800c and TS4 is 93 and 92 respectively.
Nikon S800c vs Panasonic TS4 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing merely by going through technical specs. The graphic here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S800c and TS4.
As you have seen, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Nikon S800c to show greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern S800c should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon S800c vs Panasonic TS4 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S800c | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S800c | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT4 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2013-02-04 | 2012-01-31 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.5" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 819 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | OLED panel with Anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.0 frames per sec | 4.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 184g (0.41 lb) | 197g (0.43 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 60 x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" 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 | 140 shots | 310 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $290 | $399 |