Nikon S800c vs Panasonic FX580
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![Nikon Coolpix S800c front Nikon Coolpix S800c front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S800c/Nikon-S800c-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX580/Panasonic-FX580-front.jpg)
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Nikon S800c vs Panasonic FX580 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
- Revealed February 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 167g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FX550
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Nikon S800c vs Panasonic FX580 Overview
Below, we are contrasting the Nikon S800c vs Panasonic FX580, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the S800c (16MP) and FX580 (12MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The S800c was introduced 4 years after the FX580 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summation of how the S800c matches up against the FX580 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Nikon S800c vs Panasonic FX580 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S800c and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S800c Gallery and Panasonic FX580 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S800c over the Panasonic FX580
S800c | FX580 | |||
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Introduced | February 2013 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 49 months |
Display dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 819k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+589k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX580 over the Nikon S800c
FX580 | S800c |
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Common features in the Nikon S800c and Panasonic FX580
S800c | FX580 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Nikon S800c vs Panasonic FX580 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S800c provides exterior dimensions of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Panasonic FX580 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
See the Nikon S800c vs Panasonic FX580 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the S800c compared to the FX580.
![Nikon S800c vs Panasonic FX580 size comparison Nikon S800c vs Panasonic FX580 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S800c-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX580-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S800c and FX580 is 93 and 95 respectively.
![Nikon S800c vs Panasonic FX580 top view buttons comparison Nikon S800c vs Panasonic FX580 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S800c-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX580-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S800c vs Panasonic FX580 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes just by seeing specifications. The image underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S800c and FX580.
To sum up, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon S800c to show extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images much more aggressively. The more recent S800c provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
![Nikon S800c vs Panasonic FX580 sensor size comparison Nikon S800c vs Panasonic FX580 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S800c-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX580-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S800c vs Panasonic FX580 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S800c vs Panasonic FX580 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S800c vs Panasonic FX580 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S800c-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX580-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 S800c vs Panasonic FX580 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S800c | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S800c | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FX550 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-02-04 | 2009-01-27 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.5" | 3" |
Display resolution | 819 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | OLED panel with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 6.00 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (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 | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | 184 gr (0.41 pounds) | 167 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 111 x 60 x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" 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 | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $290 | $499 |