Nikon S810c vs Panasonic FZ28
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Nikon S810c vs Panasonic FZ28 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Screen
- 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)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 417g - 118 x 75 x 89mm
- Revealed January 2009
Nikon S810c vs Panasonic FZ28 Overview
In this write-up, we are analyzing the Nikon S810c vs Panasonic FZ28, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the S810c (16MP) and FZ28 (10MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe S810c was launched 5 years later than the FZ28 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the S810c grades against the FZ28 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S810c vs Panasonic FZ28 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S810c and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S810c Gallery and Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S810c over the Panasonic FZ28
S810c | FZ28 | |||
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Revealed | April 2014 | January 2009 | Fresher by 64 months | |
Display sizing | 3.7" | 2.7" | Larger display (+1") | |
Display resolution | 1229k | 230k | Sharper display (+999k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Nikon S810c
FZ28 | S810c | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focusing |
Common features in the Nikon S810c and Panasonic FZ28
S810c | FZ28 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Nikon S810c vs Panasonic FZ28 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S810c comes with physical dimensions of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ28 has measurements of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") along with a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S810c vs Panasonic FZ28 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the S810c vs the FZ28.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S810c and FZ28 is 91 and 72 respectively.
Nikon S810c vs Panasonic FZ28 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing specifications. The photograph underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S810c and FZ28.
To sum up, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon S810c to offer you more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern S810c is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Nikon S810c vs Panasonic FZ28 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S810c | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S810c | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2014-04-10 | 2009-01-15 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-6.3 | f/2.8-4.4 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,229k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | 8.50 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | - | Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2) |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 @ 30 fps, 848 x 480, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30fps, 320 x 240 @ 10fps |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | - |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 216 grams (0.48 lb) | 417 grams (0.92 lb) |
Dimensions | 113 x 64 x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 118 x 75 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 27 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 17.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 79 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL23 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | microSD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $350 | $599 |