Nikon A vs Panasonic FX75
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Nikon A vs Panasonic FX75 Key Specs
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- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Increase to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28mm (F2.8) lens
- 299g - 111 x 64 x 40mm
- Launched June 2013
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- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.2-5.9) lens
- 165g - 103 x 55 x 23mm
- Released June 2010
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FX70
Nikon A vs Panasonic FX75 Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Nikon A vs Panasonic FX75, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the A (16MP) and the FX75 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the A (APS-C) and FX75 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizes.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe A was launched 3 years after the FX75 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Nikon A being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic FX75 being a Compact camera.
Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the A scores versus the FX75 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon A vs Panasonic FX75 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix A and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75. The complete galleries are available at Nikon A Gallery and Panasonic FX75 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A over the Panasonic FX75
A | FX75 | |||
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Released | June 2013 | June 2010 | More modern by 37 months | |
Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX75 over the Nikon A
FX75 | A | |||
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Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon A and Panasonic FX75
A | FX75 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Nikon A vs Panasonic FX75 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon A features external measurements of 111mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Panasonic FX75 has sizing of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).
Check the Nikon A vs Panasonic FX75 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the A vs the FX75.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A and FX75 is 88 and 94 respectively.
Nikon A vs Panasonic FX75 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes just by seeing specifications. The image here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the A and FX75.
Plainly, both of those cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The A due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Nikon A will show more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer A provides a benefit in sensor technology.
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Nikon A vs Panasonic FX75 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix A | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FX70 |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-06-06 | 2010-06-01 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 370.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28mm (1x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.2-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 921k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 11.50 m | 7.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/2000s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 299g (0.66 lbs) | 165g (0.36 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 64 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.6") | 103 x 55 x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 80 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1164 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL20 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $778 | $139 |