Nikon S8000 vs Panasonic 3D1

Below is a extended analysis of the Nikon S8000 vs Panasonic 3D1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S8000 (14MP) and the 3D1 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S8000 was manufactured 16 months earlier than the 3D1 making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the S8000 scores vs the 3D1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S8000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S8000 Gallery and Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S8000 has got outer measurements of 103mm x 57mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Panasonic 3D1 has measurements of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the S8000 vs the 3D1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S8000 and 3D1 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements merely by going through specs. The graphic below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S8000 and 3D1.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon S8000 to produce extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older S8000 will be behind in sensor tech.