Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic FX48
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Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic FX48 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Increase 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
- Revealed August 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 150g - 95 x 53 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FX40
Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic FX48 Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Nikon S1000pj versus Panasonic FX48, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S1000pj (12MP) and the FX48 (12MP) is fairly similar and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe S1000pj was released 7 months after the FX48 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the S1000pj grades vs the FX48 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic FX48 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S1000pj & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S1000pj Gallery & Panasonic FX48 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Panasonic FX48
S1000pj | FX48 | |||
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Revealed | August 2009 | January 2009 | More modern by 7 months | |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX48 over the Nikon S1000pj
FX48 | S1000pj |
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Common features in the Nikon S1000pj and Panasonic FX48
S1000pj | FX48 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic FX48 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S1000pj enjoys external measurements of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Panasonic FX48 has measurements of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S1000pj versus Panasonic FX48 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the S1000pj and the FX48.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1000pj and FX48 is 94 and 95 respectively.
Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic FX48 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes only by going over a spec sheet. The picture here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S1000pj and FX48.
Clearly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels so you can expect similar quality of photographs though you should always take the age of the products into consideration. The fresher S1000pj will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic FX48 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic FX48 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 |
Alternative name | - | Lumix DMC-FX40 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-08-04 | 2009-01-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed | - |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 2.5" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/3000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.00 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 175g (0.39 pounds) | 150g (0.33 pounds) |
Dimensions | 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 95 x 53 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $289 | $325 |