Nikon S800c vs Panasonic FZ28
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Nikon S800c vs Panasonic FZ28 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
- Launched February 2013
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 417g - 118 x 75 x 89mm
- Revealed January 2009

Nikon S800c vs Panasonic FZ28 Overview
In this article, we will be reviewing the Nikon S800c versus Panasonic FZ28, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the S800c (16MP) and FZ28 (10MP) but they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S800c was announced 4 years after the FZ28 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the S800c matches up versus the FZ28 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S800c vs Panasonic FZ28 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S800c & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S800c Gallery & Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S800c over the Panasonic FZ28
S800c | FZ28 | |||
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Revealed | February 2013 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 50 months |
Screen sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") |
Screen resolution | 819k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+589k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Nikon S800c
FZ28 | S800c | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus |
Common features in the Nikon S800c and Panasonic FZ28
S800c | FZ28 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Nikon S800c vs Panasonic FZ28 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you should think about its weight and size. The Nikon S800c provides outside dimensions of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ28 has specifications of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S800c versus Panasonic FZ28 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the S800c against the FZ28.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S800c and FZ28 is 93 and 72 respectively.

Nikon S800c vs Panasonic FZ28 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions only by viewing specifications. The image here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S800c and FZ28.
To sum up, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Nikon S800c to result in extra detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The younger S800c is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.

Nikon S800c vs Panasonic FZ28 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S800c vs Panasonic FZ28 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S800c | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S800c | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-02-04 | 2009-01-15 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/2.8-4.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 819 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | OLED panel with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 8.50 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | - | Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2) |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30fps, 320 x 240 @ 10fps |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 184 gr (0.41 lbs) | 417 gr (0.92 lbs) |
Dimensions | 111 x 60 x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 118 x 75 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 27 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 17.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 79 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 140 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $290 | $599 |