Nikon S800c vs Panasonic ZS70

The following is a thorough comparison of the Nikon S800c and Panasonic ZS70, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S800c (16MP) and the ZS70 (20MP) is relatively well matched and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S800c was announced 5 years earlier than the ZS70 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple overview of how the S800c grades against the ZS70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S800c and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S800c Gallery and Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S800c provides external dimensions of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS70 has dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S800c and Panasonic ZS70 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the S800c vs the ZS70.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S800c and ZS70 is 93 and 87 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading through a spec sheet. The pic underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S800c and ZS70.

As you can see, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Panasonic ZS70 to give you extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged S800c is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.