Nikon S800c vs Panasonic TS6

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Nikon S800c and Panasonic TS6, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S800c (16MP) and the TS6 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S800c was revealed 23 months before the TS6 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the S800c grades vs the TS6 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S800c and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S800c Gallery and Panasonic TS6 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S800c features exterior dimensions of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS6 has dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Check the Nikon S800c and Panasonic TS6 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the S800c against the TS6.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S800c and TS6 is 93 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to visualise the gap in sensor measurements just by going through specs. The photograph below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S800c and TS6.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos although you would want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The older S800c will be behind in sensor tech.