Nikon S100 vs Panasonic FX75

Here, we will be analyzing the Nikon S100 vs Panasonic FX75, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S100 (16MP) and the FX75 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S100 was launched 15 months later than the FX75 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a short view of how the S100 scores vs the FX75 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S100 Gallery and Panasonic FX75 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S100 features outside dimensions of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Panasonic FX75 has dimensions of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Check the Nikon S100 vs Panasonic FX75 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the S100 against the FX75.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S100 and FX75 is 94 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements purely by checking specifications. The graphic here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S100 and FX75.

Plainly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Nikon S100 to give you greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer S100 should have an edge in sensor technology.