Nikon S8100 vs Panasonic ZS1

On this page, we will be reviewing the Nikon S8100 and Panasonic ZS1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S8100 (12MP) and the ZS1 (10MP) is pretty close but the S8100 (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") provide different sensor dimensions.

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The S8100 was launched 17 months later than the ZS1 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the S8100 matches up vs the ZS1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S8100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S8100 Gallery and Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S8100 features outside measurements of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS1 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Check the Nikon S8100 and Panasonic ZS1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the S8100 versus the ZS1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S8100 and ZS1 is 93 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements just by viewing specs. The visual underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S8100 and ZS1.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The S8100 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Nikon S8100 will provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The more recent S8100 should have an edge in sensor innovation.