Nikon S8000 vs Panasonic ZS70

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Nikon S8000 and Panasonic ZS70, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the S8000 (14MP) and ZS70 (20MP) but they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S8000 was unveiled 7 years prior to the ZS70 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the S8000 grades versus the ZS70 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S8000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S8000 Gallery and Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S8000 enjoys outer measurements of 103mm x 57mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS70 has specifications of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S8000 and Panasonic ZS70 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the S8000 vs the ZS70.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S8000 and ZS70 is 93 and 87 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specifications. The picture here will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S8000 and ZS70.

To sum up, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Panasonic ZS70 to deliver extra detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged S8000 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.