Nikon S80 vs Panasonic FS7

Below is a in depth analysis of the Nikon S80 versus Panasonic FS7, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the S80 (14MP) and FS7 (10MP) and the S80 (1/2.3") and FS7 (1/2.5") come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The S80 was manufactured 20 months later than the FS7 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the S80 matches up vs the FS7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S80 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S80 Gallery & Panasonic FS7 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S80 provides exterior dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.7") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS7 has sizing of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the S80 compared to the FS7.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S80 and FS7 is 96 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements only by reviewing specs. The visual underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S80 and FS7.

All in all, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The S80 due to its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Nikon S80 will offer you greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger S80 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.