Nikon S810c vs Panasonic FZ150

Here, we will be contrasting the Nikon S810c versus Panasonic FZ150, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the S810c (16MP) and FZ150 (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S810c was announced 2 years after the FZ150 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon S810c being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the S810c matches up vs the FZ150 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S810c and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S810c Gallery and Panasonic FZ150 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S810c has outer measurements of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ150 has dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S810c versus Panasonic FZ150 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the S810c against the FZ150.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S810c and FZ150 is 91 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes merely by researching a spec sheet. The image here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S810c and FZ150.

Clearly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Nikon S810c to result in more detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent S810c will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.