Nikon S810c vs Panasonic ZS30

Following is a in-depth analysis of the Nikon S810c vs Panasonic ZS30, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S810c (16MP) and the ZS30 (18MP) is very comparable and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S810c was brought out 16 months after the ZS30 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summation of how the S810c grades versus the ZS30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S810c and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S810c Gallery and Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S810c features physical measurements of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS30 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the S810c versus the ZS30.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S810c and ZS30 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Normally, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out specifications. The pic underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S810c and ZS30.

To sum up, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS30 to show extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The newer S810c is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.