Nikon S810c vs Panasonic ZS60

Here is a extensive assessment of the Nikon S810c and Panasonic ZS60, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S810c (16MP) and the ZS60 (18MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S810c was brought out 21 months prior to the ZS60 making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the S810c scores against the ZS60 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S810c and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S810c Gallery and Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S810c enjoys outside measurements of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS60 has dimensions of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the S810c versus the ZS60.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S810c and ZS60 is 91 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing only by reviewing specs. The photograph here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S810c and ZS60.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS60 to offer extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older S810c is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.