Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic ZS80

Below is a extensive overview of the Nikon S6000 versus Panasonic ZS80, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the S6000 (14MP) and ZS80 (20MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S6000 was released 9 years earlier than the ZS80 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the S6000 scores versus the ZS80 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6000 and Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S6000 Gallery and Panasonic ZS80 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S6000 provides external dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS80 has sizing of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") with a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S6000 versus Panasonic ZS80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the S6000 versus the ZS80.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S6000 and ZS80 is 94 and 86 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to visualize the difference in sensor measurements only by going through specs. The visual underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S6000 and ZS80.

All in all, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic ZS80 to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older S6000 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.