Nikon S800c vs Panasonic ZS60
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Nikon S800c vs Panasonic ZS60 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
- Released February 2013
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 282g - 112 x 64 x 38mm
- Launched January 2016
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ80
- Replaced the Panasonic ZS50
- Updated by Panasonic ZS70

Nikon S800c vs Panasonic ZS60 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Nikon S800c versus Panasonic ZS60, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S800c (16MP) and the ZS60 (18MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S800c was unveiled 3 years prior to the ZS60 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the S800c grades versus the ZS60 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S800c vs Panasonic ZS60 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S800c & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The full galleries are available at Nikon S800c Gallery & Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S800c over the Panasonic ZS60
S800c | ZS60 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS60 over the Nikon S800c
ZS60 | S800c | |||
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Launched | January 2016 | ![]() | February 2013 | Newer by 35 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 819k | Sharper screen (+221k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S800c and Panasonic ZS60
S800c | ZS60 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Nikon S800c vs Panasonic ZS60 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S800c comes with outside measurements of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS60 has dimensions of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S800c versus Panasonic ZS60 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the S800c and the ZS60.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S800c and ZS60 is 93 and 88 respectively.

Nikon S800c vs Panasonic ZS60 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions simply by researching specs. The picture here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S800c and ZS60.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic ZS60 to render extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged S800c will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon S800c vs Panasonic ZS60 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S800c vs Panasonic ZS60 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S800c | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S800c | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-TZ80 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-02-04 | 2016-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 819 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | OLED panel with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,166 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.60 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | - | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
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) | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
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 | 184g (0.41 lbs) | 282g (0.62 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 60 x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 112 x 64 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 37 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 19.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 109 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 140 photographs | 320 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 3 shots / 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $290 | $248 |