Nikon S8100 vs Panasonic S2

Its time to look a little more closely at the Nikon S8100 versus Panasonic S2, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S8100 (12MP) and the S2 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S8100 was brought out 16 months earlier than the S2 making them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the S8100 matches up vs the S2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S8100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S8100 Gallery & Panasonic S2 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S8100 has exterior dimensions of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Panasonic S2 has specifications of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the S8100 and the S2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S8100 and S2 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes simply by reviewing technical specs. The picture below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S8100 and S2.

As you have seen, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic S2 to offer greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S8100 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.