Nikon S9900 vs Panasonic TS5

Here is a in depth comparison of the Nikon S9900 versus Panasonic TS5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S9900 (16MP) and the TS5 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S9900 was unveiled 20 months later than the TS5 making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the S9900 grades versus the TS5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S9900 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S9900 Gallery and Panasonic TS5 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S9900 has got outside measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) and the Panasonic TS5 has dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S9900 versus Panasonic TS5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the S9900 against the TS5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S9900 and TS5 is 88 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through specs. The graphic below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S9900 and TS5.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of images although you might want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more modern S9900 will have a benefit in sensor tech.