Nikon S9100 vs Panasonic FZ80

Here, we are evaluating the Nikon S9100 versus Panasonic FZ80, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the S9100 (12MP) and FZ80 (18MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S9100 was introduced 6 years earlier than the FZ80 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon S9100 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ80 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the S9100 grades against the FZ80 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S9100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S9100 Gallery and Panasonic FZ80 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S9100 has got outside dimensions of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ80 has proportions of 130mm x 94mm x 119mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.7") accompanied by a weight of 616 grams (1.36 lbs).

See the Nikon S9100 versus Panasonic FZ80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the S9100 and the FZ80.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S9100 and FZ80 is 91 and 63 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions merely by checking specifications. The pic here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S9100 and FZ80.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic FZ80 to resolve greater detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged S9100 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.