Nikon S9500 vs Panasonic TS20

Lets look a bit more closely at the Nikon S9500 vs Panasonic TS20, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S9500 (18MP) and the TS20 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S9500 was brought out 13 months after the TS20 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a brief view of how the S9500 scores vs the TS20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S9500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S9500 Gallery and Panasonic TS20 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S9500 features exterior measurements of 110mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Panasonic TS20 has specifications of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S9500 vs Panasonic TS20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the S9500 compared to the TS20.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S9500 and TS20 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Typically, its hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading a spec sheet. The image below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S9500 and TS20.

Clearly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon S9500 to offer you extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent S9500 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.