Nikon S8200 vs Panasonic ZS10

Its time to examine more in depth at the Nikon S8200 and Panasonic ZS10, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S8200 (16MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S8200 was released 8 months later than the ZS10 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the S8200 grades versus the ZS10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S8200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S8200 Gallery & Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S8200 has physical dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS10 has sizing of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the S8200 versus the ZS10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S8200 and ZS10 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by going through a spec sheet. The visual underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S8200 and ZS10.

Clearly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Nikon S8200 to produce more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more recent S8200 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.