Nikon P100 vs Panasonic SZ8

Below, we are evaluating the Nikon P100 versus Panasonic SZ8, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the P100 (10MP) and SZ8 (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The P100 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the SZ8 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Nikon P100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic SZ8 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the P100 matches up versus the SZ8 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The full galleries are provided at Nikon P100 Gallery & Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P100 has got exterior dimensions of 114mm x 83mm x 99mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.9") along with a weight of 481 grams (1.06 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ8 has dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the P100 vs the SZ8.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the P100 and SZ8 is 68 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes only by viewing specifications. The pic underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the P100 and SZ8.

Plainly, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Panasonic SZ8 to render greater detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged P100 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.