Nikon S220 vs Panasonic FP8

Here, we are looking at the Nikon S220 vs Panasonic FP8, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S220 (10MP) and the FP8 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S220 was brought out 5 months prior to the FP8 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the S220 matches up vs the FP8 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S220 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S220 Gallery & Panasonic FP8 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S220 has got outside measurements of 90mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) while the Panasonic FP8 has specifications of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the S220 vs the FP8.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S220 and FP8 is 97 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to imagine the gap in sensor measurements purely by going through specifications. The graphic underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S220 and FP8.

To sum up, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic FP8 to show greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively.