Nikon S800c vs Panasonic FH10
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Nikon S800c vs Panasonic FH10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 184g - 111 x 60 x 27mm
- Introduced February 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 103g - 94 x 54 x 18mm
- Introduced January 2013

Nikon S800c vs Panasonic FH10 Overview
Following is a in depth assessment of the Nikon S800c and Panasonic FH10, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S800c (16MP) and the FH10 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S800c was released very close to the FH10 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple view of how the S800c matches up vs the FH10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S800c vs Panasonic FH10 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S800c and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S800c Gallery and Panasonic FH10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S800c over the Panasonic FH10
S800c | FH10 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") |
Screen resolution | 819k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+589k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH10 over the Nikon S800c
FH10 | S800c |
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Common features in the Nikon S800c and Panasonic FH10
S800c | FH10 | |||
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Introduced | February 2013 | ![]() | January 2013 | Same generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Nikon S800c vs Panasonic FH10 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S800c features external measurements of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Panasonic FH10 has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S800c and Panasonic FH10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the S800c vs the FH10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S800c and FH10 is 93 and 97 respectively.

Nikon S800c vs Panasonic FH10 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes simply by going through specs. The picture here will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S800c and FH10.
All in all, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you really should factor the release date of the cameras into account.

Nikon S800c vs Panasonic FH10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S800c vs Panasonic FH10 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S800c | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S800c | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-02-04 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.5" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 819k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | OLED panel with Anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.40 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 184g (0.41 lbs) | 103g (0.23 lbs) |
Dimensions | 111 x 60 x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 94 x 54 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 140 images | 260 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $290 | $110 |