Nikon S810c vs Panasonic ZS50

Here is a in depth review of the Nikon S810c vs Panasonic ZS50, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the S810c (16MP) and ZS50 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S810c was unveiled 9 months before the ZS50 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the S810c grades against the ZS50 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S810c & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S810c Gallery & Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S810c offers external measurements 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 ZS50 has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the S810c against the ZS50.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S810c and ZS50 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing technical specs. The visual below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S810c and ZS50.

As you have seen, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon S810c to render more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older S810c will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.