Nikon S810c vs Panasonic FH1

Lets take a closer look at the Nikon S810c vs Panasonic FH1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the S810c (16MP) and FH1 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S810c was announced 4 years later than the FH1 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summary of how the S810c scores vs the FH1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S810c and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S810c Gallery and Panasonic FH1 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S810c enjoys outer dimensions of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Panasonic FH1 has measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S810c vs Panasonic FH1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the S810c against the FH1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S810c and FH1 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Often, its difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing simply by researching specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S810c and FH1.

As you can plainly see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Nikon S810c to provide you with greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more modern S810c provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.