Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic TS5

Here is a extended analysis of the Nikon S9300 and Panasonic TS5, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S9300 (16MP) and the TS5 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S9300 was announced 12 months before the TS5 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the S9300 matches up versus the TS5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S9300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S9300 Gallery & Panasonic TS5 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S9300 features exterior dimensions of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS5 has measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the S9300 versus the TS5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S9300 and TS5 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing merely by seeing specifications. The visual here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S9300 and TS5.

Plainly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photos but you should factor the age of the cameras into account. The older S9300 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.