Nikon S8100 vs Panasonic TS2
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93 Imaging
37 Features
29 Overall
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Nikon S8100 vs Panasonic TS2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 180g - 104 x 60 x 30mm
- Revealed September 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Announced January 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT2
- Older Model is Panasonic TS1
- Newer Model is Panasonic TS3
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Nikon S8100 vs Panasonic TS2 Overview
Here is a comprehensive review of the Nikon S8100 and Panasonic TS2, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S8100 (12MP) and the TS2 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").
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The S8100 was launched 8 months later than the TS2 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the S8100 grades vs the TS2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Nikon S8100 vs Panasonic TS2 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S8100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S8100 Gallery and Panasonic TS2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S8100 over the Panasonic TS2
S8100 | TS2 | |||
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Announced | September 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 8 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the Nikon S8100
TS2 | S8100 |
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Common features in the Nikon S8100 and Panasonic TS2
S8100 | TS2 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S8100 vs Panasonic TS2 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S8100 provides physical dimensions of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Panasonic TS2 has dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S8100 and Panasonic TS2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the S8100 vs the TS2.
![Nikon S8100 vs Panasonic TS2 size comparison Nikon S8100 vs Panasonic TS2 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S8100-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS2-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S8100 and TS2 is 93 and 93 respectively.
![Nikon S8100 vs Panasonic TS2 top view buttons comparison Nikon S8100 vs Panasonic TS2 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S8100-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS2-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S8100 vs Panasonic TS2 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing merely by going over specs. The visual underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S8100 and TS2.
All in all, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic TS2 to offer you more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The newer S8100 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
![Nikon S8100 vs Panasonic TS2 sensor size comparison Nikon S8100 vs Panasonic TS2 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S8100-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS2-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S8100 vs Panasonic TS2 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S8100 vs Panasonic TS2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S8100 vs Panasonic TS2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S8100-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS2-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S8100 vs Panasonic TS2 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S8100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S8100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FT2 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2010-09-08 | 2010-01-26 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | Venus Engine HD II |
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 | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 30-300mm (10.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 921 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.10 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 180g (0.40 lbs) | 188g (0.41 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 60 x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 photos | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $299 | $350 |