Nikon S8000 vs Panasonic SZ8

Here is a complete review of the Nikon S8000 and Panasonic SZ8, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S8000 (14MP) and the SZ8 (16MP) is fairly similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S8000 was brought out 4 years earlier than the SZ8 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the S8000 scores vs the SZ8 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S8000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S8000 Gallery & Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S8000 offers outer measurements of 103mm x 57mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ8 has dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the S8000 vs the SZ8.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S8000 and SZ8 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading specs. The visual here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S8000 and SZ8.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic SZ8 to offer more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The older S8000 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.