Nikon S810c vs Panasonic ZS8

Following is a complete assessment of the Nikon S810c versus Panasonic ZS8, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S810c (16MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S810c was introduced 2 years after the ZS8 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the S810c matches up vs the ZS8 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S810c & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S810c Gallery & Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S810c has got outside 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) whilst the Panasonic ZS8 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S810c versus Panasonic ZS8 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the S810c compared to the ZS8.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S810c and ZS8 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through specifications. The pic underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S810c and ZS8.

Plainly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Nikon S810c to give greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more modern S810c should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.