Nikon S810c vs Panasonic TS5
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Nikon S810c vs Panasonic TS5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 216g - 113 x 64 x 28mm
- Revealed April 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 110 x 67 x 29mm
- Revealed July 2013
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT5
- Succeeded the Panasonic TS4
- Refreshed by Panasonic TS6

Nikon S810c vs Panasonic TS5 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Nikon S810c and Panasonic TS5, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S810c (16MP) and the TS5 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S810c was unveiled 10 months after the TS5 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summation of how the S810c scores against the TS5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S810c vs Panasonic TS5 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S810c and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S810c Gallery and Panasonic TS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S810c over the Panasonic TS5
S810c | TS5 | |||
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Revealed | April 2014 | ![]() | July 2013 | More modern by 10 months |
Display dimensions | 3.7" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+769k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS5 over the Nikon S810c
TS5 | S810c |
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Common features in the Nikon S810c and Panasonic TS5
S810c | TS5 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Nikon S810c vs Panasonic TS5 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S810c enjoys external dimensions of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Panasonic TS5 has sizing of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S810c and Panasonic TS5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the S810c against the TS5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S810c and TS5 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Nikon S810c vs Panasonic TS5 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes merely by going over technical specs. The picture here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S810c and TS5.
As you have seen, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of files although you really should take the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern S810c will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon S810c vs Panasonic TS5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S810c vs Panasonic TS5 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S810c | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S810c | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT5 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2014-04-10 | 2013-07-12 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-6.3 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,229k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 216 grams (0.48 pounds) | 214 grams (0.47 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 64 x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 270 photos | 370 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL23 | DMW-BCM13 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | microSD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $350 | $350 |