Nikon S800c vs Panasonic SZ7

Following is a in-depth analysis of the Nikon S800c vs Panasonic SZ7, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S800c (16MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S800c was announced 14 months after the SZ7 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the S800c matches up against the SZ7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S800c & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S800c Gallery & Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S800c offers physical 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) whilst the Panasonic SZ7 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the S800c versus the SZ7.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S800c and SZ7 is 93 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by checking out specifications. The image here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S800c and SZ7.

Plainly, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Nikon S800c to provide more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more modern S800c is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.