Nikon S02 vs Panasonic FS42

Below is a detailed assessment of the Nikon S02 versus Panasonic FS42, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the S02 (13MP) and FS42 (10MP) and the S02 (1/3") and FS42 (1/2.5") posses different sensor dimensions.

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The S02 was brought out 4 years later than the FS42 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the S02 matches up against the FS42 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S02 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S02 Gallery and Panasonic FS42 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S02 comes with exterior dimensions of 77mm x 51mm x 18mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) while the Panasonic FS42 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S02 versus Panasonic FS42 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view size comparison of the S02 vs the FS42.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S02 and FS42 is 97 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specifications. The visual underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S02 and FS42.

Plainly, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The S02 due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Nikon S02 will deliver greater detail having its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The newer S02 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.