Nikon W300 vs Panasonic TS6
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91 Imaging
41 Features
45 Overall
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Nikon W300 vs Panasonic TS6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 231g - 112 x 66 x 29mm
- Introduced May 2017
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 110 x 67 x 29mm
- Released January 2015
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT6
- Old Model is Panasonic TS5
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Following is a complete review of the Nikon W300 versus Panasonic TS6, both Waterproof digital cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the W300 (16MP) and the TS6 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe W300 was announced 2 years after the TS6 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a full comparison, here is a short summation of how the W300 grades against the TS6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Nikon W300 over the Panasonic TS6
| W300 | TS6 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | May 2017 |  | January 2015 | More modern by 30 months |
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 460k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS6 over the Nikon W300
| TS6 | W300 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon W300 and Panasonic TS6
| W300 | TS6 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | No manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen size | 3" |  | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither offers Touch screen |
Nikon W300 vs Panasonic TS6 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon W300 offers physical measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Panasonic TS6 has measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the W300 versus the TS6.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the W300 and TS6 is 91 and 91 respectively.
Nikon W300 vs Panasonic TS6 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading through specifications. The image below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the W300 and TS6.
Plainly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photos but you may want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The fresher W300 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon W300 vs Panasonic TS6 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix W300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix W300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 |
| Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FT6 |
| Class | Waterproof | Waterproof |
| Introduced | 2017-05-31 | 2015-01-06 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | - | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 23 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 921 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 1 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 7.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) | 5.60 m |
| Flash options | - | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Built-in | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 231 gr (0.51 lbs) | 214 gr (0.47 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 112 x 66 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 280 shots | 370 shots |
| Battery form | Built-in | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 5 and 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | Onboard + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Launch price | $387 | $300 |