Nikon S810c vs Panasonic SZ7

Here, we are evaluating the Nikon S810c versus Panasonic SZ7, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S810c (16MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S810c was launched 2 years after the SZ7 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the S810c grades against the SZ7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S810c & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S810c Gallery & Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S810c offers external measurements 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 SZ7 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the S810c versus the SZ7.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S810c and SZ7 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by going over a spec sheet. The image here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S810c and SZ7.

As you can see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can anticipate the Nikon S810c to deliver more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more recent S810c should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.