Nikon S01 vs Panasonic FS7

Below is a extended comparison of the Nikon S01 and Panasonic FS7, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S01 (10MP) and the FS7 (10MP) is pretty close but the S01 (1/2.9") and FS7 (1/2.5") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The S01 was announced 4 years later than the FS7 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the S01 grades against the FS7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S01 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S01 Gallery and Panasonic FS7 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S01 comes with external measurements of 77mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 96 grams (0.21 lbs) while the Panasonic FS7 has dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S01 and Panasonic FS7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the S01 compared to the FS7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S01 and FS7 is 97 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements purely by viewing technical specs. The photograph underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S01 and FS7.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have the same megapixels albeit not the same sensor measurements. The S01 provides the smaller sensor which should make getting bokeh more challenging. The fresher S01 will have a benefit in sensor tech.