Nikon S810c vs Panasonic FZ80

Below is a extensive assessment of the Nikon S810c and Panasonic FZ80, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S810c (16MP) and the FZ80 (18MP) is pretty close and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S810c was revealed 3 years before the FZ80 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Nikon S810c being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ80 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the S810c matches up against the FZ80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S810c and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S810c Gallery and Panasonic FZ80 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S810c provides outer dimensions of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ80 has sizing of 130mm x 94mm x 119mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.7") having a weight of 616 grams (1.36 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S810c and Panasonic FZ80 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the S810c compared to the FZ80.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S810c and FZ80 is 91 and 63 respectively.

Often, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements only by viewing specs. The graphic below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S810c and FZ80.

All in all, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Panasonic FZ80 to provide you with extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The older S810c will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.