Nikon A100 vs Panasonic FS12

Let's take a more detailed look at the Nikon A100 vs Panasonic FS12, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the A100 (20MP) and FS12 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A100 was brought out 6 years later than the FS12 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the A100 matches up versus the FS12 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix A100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon A100 Gallery & Panasonic FS12 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon A100 has got external 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 FS12 has dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the A100 vs the FS12.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A100 and FS12 is 96 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor measurements only by checking out specifications. The graphic below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the A100 and FS12.

Plainly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Nikon A100 to show more detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The younger A100 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.