Nikon A100 vs Panasonic FP8
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Nikon A100 vs Panasonic FP8 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 119g - 95 x 59 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2016
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 151g - 96 x 60 x 20mm
- Released July 2009

Nikon A100 vs Panasonic FP8 Overview
Here, we are looking at the Nikon A100 and Panasonic FP8, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the A100 (20MP) and FP8 (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The A100 was brought out 6 years later than the FP8 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the A100 matches up versus the FP8 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon A100 vs Panasonic FP8 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix A100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon A100 Gallery and Panasonic FP8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A100 over the Panasonic FP8
A100 | FP8 | |||
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Released | January 2016 | ![]() | July 2009 | Fresher by 79 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP8 over the Nikon A100
FP8 | A100 |
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Common features in the Nikon A100 and Panasonic FP8
A100 | FP8 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display measurements |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Nikon A100 vs Panasonic FP8 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon A100 enjoys outer measurements of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Panasonic FP8 has specifications of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).
Check the Nikon A100 and Panasonic FP8 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the A100 against the FP8.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A100 and FP8 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Nikon A100 vs Panasonic FP8 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing just by reviewing specifications. The graphic here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the A100 and FP8.
To sum up, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon A100 to deliver more detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics way more aggressively. The younger A100 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon A100 vs Panasonic FP8 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon A100 vs Panasonic FP8 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix A100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2016-01-14 | 2009-07-27 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine V |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.1fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 5.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, off, fill flash, slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 119 gr (0.26 lb) | 151 gr (0.33 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 96 x 60 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
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 | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $162 | $300 |