Nikon S810c vs Panasonic LS5
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Nikon S810c vs Panasonic LS5 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
- Released April 2014
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 126g - 97 x 62 x 27mm
- Released July 2011

Nikon S810c vs Panasonic LS5 Overview
In this article, we are matching up the Nikon S810c vs Panasonic LS5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S810c (16MP) and the LS5 (14MP) is very comparable and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S810c was manufactured 2 years later than the LS5 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the S810c matches up against the LS5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S810c vs Panasonic LS5 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S810c and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S810c Gallery and Panasonic LS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S810c over the Panasonic LS5
S810c | LS5 | |||
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Released | April 2014 | ![]() | July 2011 | More recent by 34 months |
Display sizing | 3.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+1") |
Display resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+999k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LS5 over the Nikon S810c
LS5 | S810c |
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Common features in the Nikon S810c and Panasonic LS5
S810c | LS5 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Nikon S810c vs Panasonic LS5 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S810c has got physical measurements 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 LS5 has specifications of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S810c vs Panasonic LS5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the S810c vs the LS5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S810c and LS5 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S810c vs Panasonic LS5 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements just by seeing a spec sheet. The visual below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S810c and LS5.
As you can see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Nikon S810c to produce greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The more recent S810c is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon S810c vs Panasonic LS5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S810c vs Panasonic LS5 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S810c | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S810c | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2014-04-10 | 2011-07-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-6.3 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 1,229k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | 4.60 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 216 grams (0.48 pounds) | 126 grams (0.28 pounds) |
Dimensions | 113 x 64 x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 97 x 62 x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 photographs | 160 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery ID | EN-EL23 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | microSD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $350 | $294 |