Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic FH5
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Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic FH5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 175g - 96 x 62 x 23mm
- Announced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 121g - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Released January 2011
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FS18
Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic FH5 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic FH5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the S1000pj (12MP) and FH5 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe S1000pj was released 17 months earlier than the FH5 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick view of how the S1000pj scores vs the FH5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic FH5 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S1000pj and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S1000pj Gallery and Panasonic FH5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Panasonic FH5
S1000pj | FH5 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FH5 over the Nikon S1000pj
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Released | January 2011 | August 2009 | More recent by 17 months |
Common features in the Nikon S1000pj and Panasonic FH5
S1000pj | FH5 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal screen measurements | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic FH5 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S1000pj provides outer measurements of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH5 has dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic FH5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the S1000pj and the FH5.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S1000pj and FH5 is 94 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic FH5 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements merely by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S1000pj and FH5.
Clearly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Panasonic FH5 to render greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots more aggressively. The older S1000pj will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic FH5 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic FH5 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FS18 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-08-04 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/3.1-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175 gr (0.39 lb) | 121 gr (0.27 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 photos |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $289 | $169 |