Nikon S100 vs Panasonic SZ8

Below, we will be looking at the Nikon S100 vs Panasonic SZ8, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S100 (16MP) and the SZ8 (16MP) is pretty close and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S100 was released 3 years earlier than the SZ8 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise view of how the S100 scores versus the SZ8 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S100 Gallery and Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S100 has got physical measurements of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ8 has sizing of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the S100 versus the SZ8.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S100 and SZ8 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing specs. The visual underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S100 and SZ8.

All in all, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of files though you will need to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The older S100 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.