Nikon S8000 vs Panasonic ZR1
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![Nikon Coolpix S8000 front Nikon Coolpix S8000 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S8000/Nikon-S8000-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZR1/Panasonic-ZR1-front.jpg)
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Nikon S8000 vs Panasonic ZR1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 30-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 183g - 103 x 57 x 27mm
- Launched June 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 158g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Launched July 2009
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-ZX1
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Nikon S8000 vs Panasonic ZR1 Overview
Below is a complete analysis of the Nikon S8000 and Panasonic ZR1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S8000 (14MP) and the ZR1 (12MP) is very close and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The S8000 was unveiled 11 months later than the ZR1 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the S8000 scores against the ZR1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Nikon S8000 vs Panasonic ZR1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S8000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S8000 Gallery & Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S8000 over the Panasonic ZR1
S8000 | ZR1 | |||
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Launched | June 2010 | ![]() | July 2009 | More recent by 11 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Nikon S8000
ZR1 | S8000 |
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Common features in the Nikon S8000 and Panasonic ZR1
S8000 | ZR1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
Nikon S8000 vs Panasonic ZR1 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S8000 has outer measurements of 103mm x 57mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Panasonic ZR1 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).
Check the Nikon S8000 and Panasonic ZR1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the S8000 compared to the ZR1.
![Nikon S8000 vs Panasonic ZR1 size comparison Nikon S8000 vs Panasonic ZR1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S8000-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZR1-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S8000 and ZR1 is 93 and 94 respectively.
![Nikon S8000 vs Panasonic ZR1 top view buttons comparison Nikon S8000 vs Panasonic ZR1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S8000-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZR1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S8000 vs Panasonic ZR1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements purely by researching specifications. The graphic here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S8000 and ZR1.
Plainly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon S8000 to provide you with extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The newer S8000 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.
![Nikon S8000 vs Panasonic ZR1 sensor size comparison Nikon S8000 vs Panasonic ZR1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S8000-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZR1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S8000 vs Panasonic ZR1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S8000 vs Panasonic ZR1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S8000 vs Panasonic ZR1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S8000-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZR1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S8000 vs Panasonic ZR1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S8000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S8000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-ZX1 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-06-16 | 2009-07-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | Venus Engine V |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 30-300mm (10.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 921k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 183 gr (0.40 lb) | 158 gr (0.35 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 57 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $300 | $280 |