Nikon A900 vs Panasonic FH1
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Nikon A900 vs Panasonic FH1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-840mm (F3.4-6.9) lens
- 289g - 113 x 67 x 40mm
- Introduced February 2016
- Updated by Nikon A1000
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 163g - 98 x 55 x 23mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FS10
Nikon A900 vs Panasonic FH1 Overview
Below, we are contrasting the Nikon A900 vs Panasonic FH1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the A900 (20MP) and FH1 (12MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe A900 was introduced 6 years later than the FH1 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the A900 matches up against the FH1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon A900 vs Panasonic FH1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix A900 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1. The whole galleries are available at Nikon A900 Gallery & Panasonic FH1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A900 over the Panasonic FH1
A900 | FH1 | |||
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Introduced | February 2016 | January 2010 | More recent by 75 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH1 over the Nikon A900
FH1 | A900 |
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Common features in the Nikon A900 and Panasonic FH1
A900 | FH1 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Missing Touch friendly display |
Nikon A900 vs Panasonic FH1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon A900 has outside dimensions of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH1 has proportions of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).
See the Nikon A900 vs Panasonic FH1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the A900 versus the FH1.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the A900 and FH1 is 88 and 95 respectively.
Nikon A900 vs Panasonic FH1 Sensor Comparison
Often, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements just by researching specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the A900 and FH1.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Nikon A900 to result in extra detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos much more aggressively. The more recent A900 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
Nikon A900 vs Panasonic FH1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon A900 vs Panasonic FH1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A900 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix A900 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FS10 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2016-02-23 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-840mm (35.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-6.9 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 6.80 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p, 25p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 289 gr (0.64 lb) | 163 gr (0.36 lb) |
Dimensions | 113 x 67 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 98 x 55 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $400 | $150 |