Nikon S6100 vs Panasonic GX8

Below is a thorough analysis of the Nikon S6100 versus Panasonic GX8, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S6100 (16MP) and the GX8 (20MP) is very similar but the S6100 (1/2.3") and GX8 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The S6100 was announced 5 years earlier than the GX8 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon S6100 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GX8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short introduction of how the S6100 scores vs the GX8 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S6100 Gallery & Panasonic GX8 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6100 offers outer measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Panasonic GX8 has dimensions of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S6100 versus Panasonic GX8 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the S6100 vs the GX8.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S6100 and GX8 is 93 and 74 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specifications. The photograph here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S6100 and GX8.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The S6100 having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic GX8 will deliver greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older S6100 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.