Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Panasonic TS6 and Nikon S8000 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic TS6 has external dimensions of 110 x 67 x 29 mm (4.33 x 2.64 x 1.14″) and weighs 214 g (0.47 lb / 7.55 oz) (including batteries). Nikon S8000 has external dimensions of 103 x 57 x 27 mm (4.06 x 2.24 x 1.06″) and weighs 183 g (0.40 lb / 6.46 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic TS6 and the Nikon S8000. Nikon S8000 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 7mm narrower, 10mm shorter and 2mm thinner than Panasonic TS6.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic TS6 and Nikon S8000.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic TS6 and Nikon S8000.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon S8000 is significantly lighter (31g ) than the Panasonic TS6 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the TS6, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the S8000.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Panasonic TS6 and Nikon S8000's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.