Nikon S800c vs Panasonic 3D1
93 Imaging
40 Features
40 Overall
40
93 Imaging
36 Features
36 Overall
36
Nikon S800c vs Panasonic 3D1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 184g - 111 x 60 x 27mm
- Announced February 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 193g - 108 x 58 x 24mm
- Released November 2011
Nikon S800c vs Panasonic 3D1 Overview
Its time to look a little more in depth at the Nikon S800c and Panasonic 3D1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the S800c (16MP) and 3D1 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe S800c was released 16 months later than the 3D1 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the S800c scores vs the 3D1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S800c vs Panasonic 3D1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S800c and Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S800c Gallery and Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S800c over the Panasonic 3D1
S800c | 3D1 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Released | February 2013 | November 2011 | Fresher by 16 months | |
Display resolution | 819k | 460k | Crisper display (+359k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic 3D1 over the Nikon S800c
3D1 | S800c |
---|
Common features in the Nikon S800c and Panasonic 3D1
S800c | 3D1 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3.5" | 3.5" | Equal display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Nikon S800c vs Panasonic 3D1 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S800c has outer dimensions of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 184 grams (0.41 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).
Check out the Nikon S800c and Panasonic 3D1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the S800c against the 3D1.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S800c and 3D1 is 93 and 93 respectively.
Nikon S800c vs Panasonic 3D1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out specs. The photograph below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S800c and 3D1.
All in all, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon S800c to show more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The fresher S800c is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
Nikon S800c vs Panasonic 3D1 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
Landscape Comparison
Vlogging Comparison
Nikon S800c vs Panasonic 3D1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S800c | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S800c | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-02-04 | 2011-11-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.5 inch | 3.5 inch |
Display resolution | 819k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | OLED panel with Anti-reflection coating | TFT Full Touch Screen with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.50 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 184g (0.41 pounds) | 193g (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 60 x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 108 x 58 x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 life | 140 images | 200 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $290 | $670 |