Nikon S80 vs Panasonic FP8

Let's look a bit more closely at the Nikon S80 vs Panasonic FP8, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S80 (14MP) and the FP8 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S80 was manufactured 14 months after the FP8 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the S80 grades vs the FP8 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S80 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S80 Gallery and Panasonic FP8 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S80 has got external dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.7") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Panasonic FP8 has proportions of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S80 vs Panasonic FP8 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the S80 versus the FP8.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S80 and FP8 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes only by checking a spec sheet. The picture below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S80 and FP8.

As you can see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Nikon S80 to give you extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more modern S80 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.