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Nikon S810c vs Panasonic ZS10

Portability
91
Imaging
40
Features
48
Overall
43
Nikon Coolpix S810c front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 front
Portability
91
Imaging
37
Features
46
Overall
40

Nikon S810c vs Panasonic ZS10 Key Specs

Nikon S810c
(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
  • Launched April 2014
Panasonic ZS10
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 219g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
  • Introduced January 2011
  • Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22
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Nikon S810c vs Panasonic ZS10 Overview

Following is a extended overview of the Nikon S810c and Panasonic ZS10, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S810c (16MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is very close and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S810c was announced 3 years after the ZS10 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the S810c scores versus the ZS10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S810c over the Panasonic ZS10

 S810c ZS10 
IntroducedApril 2014January 2011More modern by 40 months
Display sizing3.7"3"Larger display (+0.7")
Display resolution1229k460kCrisper display (+769k dot)

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS10 over the Nikon S810c

 ZS10 S810c 

Common features in the Nikon S810c and Panasonic ZS10

 S810c ZS10 
Manual focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Nikon S810c vs Panasonic ZS10 Physical Comparison

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S810c provides exterior dimensions of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS10 has dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Check the Nikon S810c and Panasonic ZS10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the S810c compared to the ZS10.

Nikon S810c vs Panasonic ZS10 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S810c and ZS10 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Nikon S810c vs Panasonic ZS10 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S810c vs Panasonic ZS10 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes only by viewing specs. The picture underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S810c and ZS10.

All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Nikon S810c to render greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher S810c will have an edge in sensor innovation.

Nikon S810c vs Panasonic ZS10 sensor size comparison

Nikon S810c vs Panasonic ZS10 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S810c vs Panasonic ZS10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S810c Portrait photography info
Panasonic ZS10 Portrait photography info
35
good resolution (16 megapixels)
has face detect focusing
no manual focus
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
30
resolution is good (14MP)
no manual focus
can't use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Nikon S810c
Street photography with Panasonic ZS10
65
has image stabilization (Optical)
features focus via touch
lighter than competition in class (216 grams)
fixed screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
65
built in image stabilization (Optical)
provides focus via touch
lighter than competitors (219 grams)
screen is fixed
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S810c Sports photography advice
Panasonic ZS10 Sports photography advice
41
has image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16MP)
has tracking focus
no shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
not so great battery life (270 per charge)
doesn't have phase detect AF
47
incredible zoom range (24-384mm 16.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14MP)
has tracking autofocus
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
bad battery pack (260 CIPA)
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S810c Travel photography factors
Panasonic ZS10 Travel photography factors
68
lighter than competition in class (216g)
features focus via touch
good resolution (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
fairly wide (25mm)
very long reach (300mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
not so great battery life (270 CIPA)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
67
lighter than competitors (219 grams)
provides focus via touch
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
decently wide (24mm)
very long reach (384mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
bad battery pack (260 CIPA)
display is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S810c Landscape photography information
Panasonic ZS10 Landscape photography information
41
fairly wide (25mm)
very good size screen (3.7")
has image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16MP)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
manual mode not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
not so great battery life (270 CIPA)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
42
decently wide (24mm)
pretty good screen size (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
bad battery pack (260 shots)
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S810c as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic ZS10 as a Vlogging camera
35
fairly wide (25mm)
touch screen
has image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect focusing
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competition in class (216g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
doesn't have mic support
34
decently wide (24mm)
touch screen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competitors (219g)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
missing external mic port
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Nikon S810c vs Panasonic ZS10 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S810c and Panasonic ZS10
 Nikon Coolpix S810cPanasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Panasonic
Model type Nikon Coolpix S810c Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10
Also Known as - Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2014-04-10 2011-01-25
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - Venus Engine FHD
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
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 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4608 x 3456 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 3200 6400
Minimum native ISO 125 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points 9 23
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-300mm (12.0x) 24-384mm (16.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.3-6.3 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing distance 2cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3.7" 3"
Display resolution 1,229 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 secs 60 secs
Max shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 8.0 frames per second 10.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 5.60 m 5.00 m
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
AEB
WB 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) 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 216g (0.48 lbs) 219g (0.48 lbs)
Dimensions 113 x 64 x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3")
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 pictures 260 pictures
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID EN-EL23 -
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media microSD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Retail price $350 $350