Nikon S800c vs Panasonic ZR3

Below is a thorough assessment of the Nikon S800c vs Panasonic ZR3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S800c (16MP) and the ZR3 (14MP) is very close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S800c was unveiled 3 years later than the ZR3 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the S800c grades vs the ZR3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S800c and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S800c Gallery and Panasonic ZR3 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera often, you should factor its weight and size. The Nikon S800c enjoys outer measurements of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZR3 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the S800c against the ZR3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S800c and ZR3 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements merely by researching a spec sheet. The visual below might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S800c and ZR3.

Clearly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon S800c to result in greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent S800c is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.