Nikon S810c vs Panasonic FH27
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![Nikon Coolpix S810c front Nikon Coolpix S810c front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S810c/Nikon-S810c-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Panasonic_Lumix_DMC-FH27_0.jpg)
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Nikon S810c vs Panasonic FH27 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 216g - 113 x 64 x 28mm
- Announced April 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 152g - 99 x 57 x 28mm
- Launched January 2011
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Nikon S810c vs Panasonic FH27 Overview
Following is a in depth comparison of the Nikon S810c vs Panasonic FH27, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S810c (16MP) and the FH27 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The S810c was introduced 3 years after the FH27 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the S810c scores versus the FH27 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Nikon S810c vs Panasonic FH27 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S810c and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S810c Gallery and Panasonic FH27 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S810c over the Panasonic FH27
S810c | FH27 | |||
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Launched | April 2014 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 40 months |
Screen size | 3.7" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.7") |
Screen resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+999k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH27 over the Nikon S810c
FH27 | S810c |
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Common features in the Nikon S810c and Panasonic FH27
S810c | FH27 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Nikon S810c vs Panasonic FH27 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S810c enjoys outside dimensions of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Panasonic FH27 has measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S810c vs Panasonic FH27 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the S810c vs the FH27.
![Nikon S810c vs Panasonic FH27 size comparison Nikon S810c vs Panasonic FH27 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S810c-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH27-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S810c and FH27 is 91 and 94 respectively.
![Nikon S810c vs Panasonic FH27 top view buttons comparison Nikon S810c vs Panasonic FH27 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S810c-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH27-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S810c vs Panasonic FH27 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing specs. The image underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S810c and FH27.
All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of files but you would want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The fresher S810c will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Nikon S810c vs Panasonic FH27 sensor size comparison Nikon S810c vs Panasonic FH27 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S810c-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH27-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S810c vs Panasonic FH27 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S810c vs Panasonic FH27 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S810c vs Panasonic FH27 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S810c-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH27-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S810c vs Panasonic FH27 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S810c | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S810c | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2014-04-10 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine VI |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-6.3 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 1,229 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Touch Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | 5.80 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 216g (0.48 pounds) | 152g (0.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 64 x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 photos | 250 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL23 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | microSD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $350 | $229 |