Nikon S8100 vs Panasonic S1

Below is a in depth assessment of the Nikon S8100 versus Panasonic S1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S8100 (12MP) and the S1 (12MP) is very similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S8100 was revealed 3 months prior to the S1 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the S8100 grades versus the S1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S8100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1. The full galleries are available at Nikon S8100 Gallery & Panasonic S1 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S8100 enjoys outside measurements 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 S1 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

See the Nikon S8100 versus Panasonic S1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the S8100 and the S1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S8100 and S1 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor measurements only by reviewing technical specs. The photograph below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S8100 and S1.

As you have seen, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP so you can expect similar quality of photos although you should always take the launch date of the products into consideration.