Nikon S810c vs Panasonic FZ60

Below, we are reviewing the Nikon S810c versus Panasonic FZ60, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S810c (16MP) and the FZ60 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S810c was brought out 22 months after the FZ60 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon S810c being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ60 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the S810c matches up vs the FZ60 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S810c & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S810c Gallery & Panasonic FZ60 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S810c has got exterior 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) and the Panasonic FZ60 has proportions of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the S810c compared to the FZ60.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S810c and FZ60 is 91 and 68 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by going through specs. The image below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S810c and FZ60.

All in all, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photos however you really should factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer S810c is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.