Nikon S8000 vs Panasonic FH10

Below, we will be comparing the Nikon S8000 and Panasonic FH10, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S8000 (14MP) and the FH10 (16MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S8000 was manufactured 3 years prior to the FH10 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a concise summary of how the S8000 grades against the FH10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S8000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S8000 Gallery and Panasonic FH10 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S8000 comes with outer dimensions of 103mm x 57mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH10 has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

See the Nikon S8000 and Panasonic FH10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the S8000 against the FH10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S8000 and FH10 is 93 and 97 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching technical specs. The picture below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S8000 and FH10.

As you have seen, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic FH10 to provide you with extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged S8000 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.