Nikon A10 vs Panasonic FP7
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Nikon A10 vs Panasonic FP7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 160g - 96 x 59 x 29mm
- Released January 2016
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 147g - 101 x 59 x 18mm
- Introduced January 2011

Nikon A10 vs Panasonic FP7 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Nikon A10 versus Panasonic FP7, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the A10 (16MP) and the FP7 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The A10 was manufactured 5 years later than the FP7 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the A10 scores versus the FP7 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon A10 vs Panasonic FP7 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix A10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon A10 Gallery & Panasonic FP7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A10 over the Panasonic FP7
A10 | FP7 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Introduced | January 2016 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 62 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP7 over the Nikon A10
FP7 | A10 | |||
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Display size | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon A10 and Panasonic FP7
A10 | FP7 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Nikon A10 vs Panasonic FP7 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon A10 has got outside measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP7 has proportions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon A10 versus Panasonic FP7 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the A10 and the FP7.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A10 and FP7 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Nikon A10 vs Panasonic FP7 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by reading technical specs. The photograph below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the A10 and FP7.
As you can tell, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs however you may want to factor the age of the products into consideration. The more recent A10 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon A10 vs Panasonic FP7 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Nikon A10 vs Panasonic FP7 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix A10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2016-01-14 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3.5 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Touch Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.2 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.60 m (at Auto ISO) | 4.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, off, fill flash, slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 160 grams (0.35 lbs) | 147 grams (0.32 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 59 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 pictures | 240 pictures |
Type of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $90 | $227 |