Nikon S100 vs Panasonic FX580
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Nikon S100 vs Panasonic FX580 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 175g - 99 x 65 x 18mm
- Revealed August 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 167g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Released January 2009
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FX550
Nikon S100 vs Panasonic FX580 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Nikon S100 versus Panasonic FX580, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the S100 (16MP) and FX580 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe S100 was introduced 2 years later than the FX580 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the S100 matches up versus the FX580 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon S100 vs Panasonic FX580 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S100 Gallery and Panasonic FX580 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S100 over the Panasonic FX580
S100 | FX580 | |||
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Released | August 2011 | January 2009 | More recent by 32 months | |
Manually focus | Very precise focus | |||
Display dimensions | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 820k | 230k | Clearer display (+590k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX580 over the Nikon S100
FX580 | S100 |
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Common features in the Nikon S100 and Panasonic FX580
S100 | FX580 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Nikon S100 vs Panasonic FX580 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S100 offers outer dimensions of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Panasonic FX580 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check out the Nikon S100 versus Panasonic FX580 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the S100 compared to the FX580.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S100 and FX580 is 94 and 95 respectively.
Nikon S100 vs Panasonic FX580 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements purely by going through a spec sheet. The photograph here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S100 and FX580.
As you can see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Nikon S100 to produce extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more modern S100 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
Nikon S100 vs Panasonic FX580 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S100 vs Panasonic FX580 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FX550 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-08-24 | 2009-01-27 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.5 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 820k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | Organic LED monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 175g (0.39 pounds) | 167g (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 65 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 150 photos | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $240 | $499 |