Nikon S8100 vs Panasonic FH2

Here, we are matching up the Nikon S8100 and Panasonic FH2, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S8100 (12MP) and the FH2 (14MP) is very close and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S8100 was manufactured 3 months before the FH2 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the S8100 matches up versus the FH2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S8100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S8100 Gallery and Panasonic FH2 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S8100 has external dimensions of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH2 has dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S8100 and Panasonic FH2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the S8100 and the FH2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S8100 and FH2 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes simply by researching specs. The picture here should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S8100 and FH2.

All in all, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic FH2 to result in greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively.