Nikon L610 vs Panasonic SZ8

Below is a thorough assessment of the Nikon L610 and Panasonic SZ8, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the L610 (16MP) and the SZ8 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The L610 was revealed 17 months earlier than the SZ8 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the L610 matches up versus the SZ8 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L610 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The full galleries are available at Nikon L610 Gallery and Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera often, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon L610 offers external measurements of 108mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ8 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check the Nikon L610 and Panasonic SZ8 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the L610 compared to the SZ8.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the L610 and SZ8 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Often, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements only by looking at technical specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the L610 and SZ8.

As you have seen, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of files although you should really factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older L610 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.