Nikon S8100 vs Panasonic ZS25

Let's look more closely at the Nikon S8100 vs Panasonic ZS25, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the S8100 (12MP) and ZS25 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S8100 was announced 3 years earlier than the ZS25 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the S8100 grades against the ZS25 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S8100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S8100 Gallery and Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S8100 has outside 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) whilst the Panasonic ZS25 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S8100 vs Panasonic ZS25 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the S8100 versus the ZS25.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S8100 and ZS25 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading through specs. The photograph underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S8100 and ZS25.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Panasonic ZS25 to resolve more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots way more aggressively. The older S8100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.