Nikon S8100 vs Panasonic ZS15

Here is a detailed comparison of the Nikon S8100 versus Panasonic ZS15, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S8100 (12MP) and the ZS15 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S8100 was launched 22 months earlier than the ZS15 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a quick summary of how the S8100 matches up against the ZS15 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S8100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S8100 Gallery & Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S8100 has physical measurements of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS15 has dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the S8100 vs the ZS15.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S8100 and ZS15 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Often, it's tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing only by seeing technical specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S8100 and ZS15.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photos though you should really consider the age of the cameras into account. The older S8100 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.