Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic TS4

Below, we will be evaluating the Nikon S9300 and Panasonic TS4, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the S9300 (16MP) and TS4 (12MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S9300 was manufactured 6 months after the TS4 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the S9300 grades versus the TS4 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S9300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S9300 Gallery and Panasonic TS4 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S9300 provides external dimensions of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS4 has sizing of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

See the Nikon S9300 and Panasonic TS4 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the S9300 vs the TS4.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S9300 and TS4 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes just by going through a spec sheet. The image underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S9300 and TS4.

As you can see, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Nikon S9300 to provide extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively.