Nikon S100 vs Panasonic ZS10

Lets take a more detailed look at the Nikon S100 vs Panasonic ZS10, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S100 (16MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is fairly similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S100 was released 8 months after the ZS10 and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the S100 grades versus the ZS10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S100 Gallery & Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S100 enjoys exterior dimensions of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS10 has sizing of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the S100 compared to the ZS10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S100 and ZS10 is 94 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions only by going over specifications. The picture below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S100 and ZS10.

Plainly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon S100 to offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos much more aggressively. The younger S100 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.