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Summary
The Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ80 (Lumix DC-FZ82) highest resolution of 4896 x 3672 pixels (18 megapixels) is better in comparison with the Nikon Coolpix W100 highest resolution of 4160 x 3120 pixels (13 megapixels). The Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ80 (Lumix DC-FZ82) is equipped with larger sensor than the Nikon Coolpix W100: 1/2.3' (6.17 x 4.55 mm) versus 1/3.1' (4.7 x 3.5 mm). This is the most important specification of this model as big sensor lets the photographer to make photos of the more professional quality. The Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ80 (Lumix DC-FZ82) has a wider ISO range of 80-3200 than 125-1600 ISO range of the Nikon Coolpix W100. Such ISO numbers let the photographer to make better photos in more difficult situations. The Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ80 (Lumix DC-FZ82) can save photos in RAW format that offers the best quality files by recording all of the data from the sensor.
The Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ80 (Lumix DC-FZ82) display is better as it has more screen dots 1,040,000 in comparison to 230,000 dots of the Nikon Coolpix W100 screen. The higher dot count display is better for reviewing images on your camera. The Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ80 (Lumix DC-FZ82) is equipped with Yes inch touch screen which is larger in comparison to No inch display of the Nikon Coolpix W100 The Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ80 (Lumix DC-FZ82) offers better slowest (4 seconds) and fastest (1/2000 second) shutter speeds.
The Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ80 (Lumix DC-FZ82) supports external flash. It provides superior control over the exposure and lighting of the object in low light or in bright light situations when the photographer needs to fill-flash. The Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ80 (Lumix DC-FZ82) battery life is better in compare to the Nikon Coolpix W100 battery life. According to CIPA standards you will be able to capture 330 shots with the Lumix DC-FZ80 (Lumix DC-FZ82) and only 220 with the Coolpix W100. The Coolpix W100 weighs 177g that is 439g lighter in comparison with the weight of the Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ80 (Lumix DC-FZ82).
Considering the above differences the Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ80 (Lumix DC-FZ82) will become the best choice. Check the lowest price on Amazon.