Nikon S100 vs Panasonic FX700

On this page, we will be matching up the Nikon S100 and Panasonic FX700, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S100 (16MP) and the FX700 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S100 was revealed 14 months later than the FX700 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the S100 matches up against the FX700 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S100 Gallery and Panasonic FX700 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S100 comes with external measurements of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Panasonic FX700 has dimensions of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S100 and Panasonic FX700 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the S100 vs the FX700.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S100 and FX700 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S100 and FX700.

Clearly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon S100 to deliver more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger S100 should have a benefit in sensor technology.