Nikon A100 vs Panasonic FP5
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![Nikon Coolpix A100 front Nikon Coolpix A100 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-A100/Nikon-A100-front.jpg)
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Nikon A100 vs Panasonic FP5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 119g - 95 x 59 x 20mm
- Announced January 2016
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 141g - 101 x 59 x 18mm
- Launched January 2011
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Nikon A100 vs Panasonic FP5 Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the Nikon A100 vs Panasonic FP5, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the A100 (20MP) and FP5 (14MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The A100 was announced 5 years after the FP5 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the A100 scores against the FP5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Nikon A100 vs Panasonic FP5 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix A100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon A100 Gallery & Panasonic FP5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A100 over the Panasonic FP5
A100 | FP5 | |||
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Launched | January 2016 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 62 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP5 over the Nikon A100
FP5 | A100 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon A100 and Panasonic FP5
A100 | FP5 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Nikon A100 vs Panasonic FP5 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon A100 enjoys outer dimensions of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP5 has specifications of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).
See the Nikon A100 vs Panasonic FP5 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the A100 vs the FP5.
![Nikon A100 vs Panasonic FP5 size comparison Nikon A100 vs Panasonic FP5 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-A100-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP5-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A100 and FP5 is 96 and 95 respectively.
![Nikon A100 vs Panasonic FP5 top view buttons comparison Nikon A100 vs Panasonic FP5 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-A100-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP5-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon A100 vs Panasonic FP5 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by going through technical specs. The image underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the A100 and FP5.
As you have seen, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Nikon A100 to provide greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer A100 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
![Nikon A100 vs Panasonic FP5 sensor size comparison Nikon A100 vs Panasonic FP5 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-A100-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP5-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon A100 vs Panasonic FP5 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon A100 vs Panasonic FP5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon A100 vs Panasonic FP5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-A100-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP5-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon A100 vs Panasonic FP5 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix A100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 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 | 20 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Touch Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.1fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 4.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, off, fill flash, slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 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 | 119 grams (0.26 pounds) | 141 grams (0.31 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 250 pictures | 260 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $162 | $199 |