Nikon S800c vs Panasonic ZS5
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Nikon S800c vs Panasonic ZS5 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
- Announced February 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 214g - 103 x 60 x 32mm
- Released June 2010
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ8

Nikon S800c vs Panasonic ZS5 Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Nikon S800c versus Panasonic ZS5, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the S800c (16MP) and ZS5 (12MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S800c was revealed 2 years later than the ZS5 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a full comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the S800c grades versus the ZS5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S800c vs Panasonic ZS5 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S800c and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S800c Gallery and Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S800c over the Panasonic ZS5
S800c | ZS5 | |||
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Released | February 2013 | ![]() | June 2010 | Fresher by 33 months |
Screen dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") |
Screen resolution | 819k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+589k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS5 over the Nikon S800c
ZS5 | S800c |
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Common features in the Nikon S800c and Panasonic ZS5
S800c | ZS5 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Nikon S800c vs Panasonic ZS5 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S800c enjoys physical measurements 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 ZS5 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S800c versus Panasonic ZS5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the S800c versus the ZS5.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S800c and ZS5 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Nikon S800c vs Panasonic ZS5 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing simply by looking at specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S800c and ZS5.
All in all, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Nikon S800c to give you extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The newer S800c is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

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Nikon S800c vs Panasonic ZS5 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S800c | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S800c | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ8 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2013-02-04 | 2010-06-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | Venus Engine HD II |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 819k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | OLED panel with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.30 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
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 (30fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 184 grams (0.41 lbs) | 214 grams (0.47 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 60 x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 103 x 60 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $290 | $300 |