Nikon S6500 vs Panasonic ZS8

In this article, we will be reviewing the Nikon S6500 and Panasonic ZS8, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S6500 (16MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S6500 was manufactured 18 months after the ZS8 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a short summation of how the S6500 scores vs the ZS8 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6500 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S6500 Gallery & Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S6500 features physical measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS8 has sizing of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the S6500 against the ZS8.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S6500 and ZS8 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specs. The picture below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S6500 and ZS8.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Nikon S6500 to result in greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The younger S6500 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.