Nikon S8100 vs Panasonic TS3
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Nikon S8100 vs Panasonic TS3 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
- Announced September 2010
(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
- Introduced August 2011
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FT3
- Old Model is Panasonic TS2
- Successor is Panasonic TS4

Nikon S8100 vs Panasonic TS3 Overview
Following is a extensive analysis of the Nikon S8100 and Panasonic TS3, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S8100 (12MP) and the TS3 (12MP) is relatively similar and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S8100 was revealed 11 months earlier than the TS3 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short view of how the S8100 scores versus the TS3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S8100 vs Panasonic TS3 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S8100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S8100 Gallery & Panasonic TS3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S8100 over the Panasonic TS3
S8100 | TS3 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS3 over the Nikon S8100
TS3 | S8100 | |||
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Introduced | August 2011 | ![]() | September 2010 | More modern by 11 months |
Common features in the Nikon S8100 and Panasonic TS3
S8100 | TS3 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Nikon S8100 vs Panasonic TS3 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera often, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S8100 offers outer dimensions of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst 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).
Check the Nikon S8100 and Panasonic TS3 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the S8100 against the TS3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S8100 and TS3 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Nikon S8100 vs Panasonic TS3 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by reading technical specs. The image below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S8100 and TS3.
As you can tell, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs although you should always factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged S8100 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

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Nikon S8100 vs Panasonic TS3 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S8100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S8100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT3 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2010-09-08 | 2011-08-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 30-300mm (10.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 921k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.60 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 180 grams (0.40 lbs) | 197 grams (0.43 lbs) |
Dimensions | 104 x 60 x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
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 | 220 photos | 310 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $299 | $380 |