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Nikon S1100pj vs Panasonic FP1

Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
27
Overall
33
Nikon Coolpix S1100pj front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
13
Overall
26

Nikon S1100pj vs Panasonic FP1 Key Specs

Nikon S1100pj
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
  • 180g - 101 x 68 x 24mm
  • Released August 2010
Panasonic FP1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 151g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
  • Released January 2010
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Nikon S1100pj vs Panasonic FP1 Overview

Here, we are comparing the Nikon S1100pj vs Panasonic FP1, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S1100pj (14MP) and the FP1 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S1100pj was unveiled 8 months later than the FP1 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the S1100pj grades versus the FP1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S1100pj over the Panasonic FP1

 S1100pj FP1 
ReleasedAugust 2010January 2010Fresher by 8 months
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kSharper display (+230k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Panasonic FP1 over the Nikon S1100pj

 FP1 S1100pj 

Common features in the Nikon S1100pj and Panasonic FP1

 S1100pj FP1 
Focus manually Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen

Nikon S1100pj vs Panasonic FP1 Physical Comparison

If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S1100pj has got physical dimensions of 101mm x 68mm x 24mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Panasonic FP1 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S1100pj vs Panasonic FP1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the S1100pj versus the FP1.

Nikon S1100pj vs Panasonic FP1 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1100pj and FP1 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S1100pj vs Panasonic FP1 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S1100pj vs Panasonic FP1 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1100pj and FP1.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the Nikon S1100pj to offer you more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more recent S1100pj should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon S1100pj vs Panasonic FP1 sensor size comparison

Nikon S1100pj vs Panasonic FP1 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S1100pj vs Panasonic FP1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S1100pj as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic FP1 as a Portrait photography camera
28
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
21
lack of manual focus
manual mode not available
can't use external flash
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon S1100pj Street photography features
Panasonic FP1 Street photography features
54
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
heavier than competition in class (180g)
55
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
heavier than competitors (151g)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S1100pj as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic FP1 as a Sports photography camera
38
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
slow continuous shooting (6.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S1100pj Travel photography features
Panasonic FP1 Travel photography features
61
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
flash built-in
reasonably wide (28mm)
no Time Lapse mode
heavier than competition in class (180 grams)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
50
has built in flash
lack of Time Lapse recording
heavier than competitors (151g)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Nikon S1100pj
Landscape photography with Panasonic FP1
42
reasonably wide (28mm)
decent sized screen (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
manual exposure not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
no Time Lapse mode
28
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
manual mode not available
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
lack of Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S1100pj Vlogging highlights
Panasonic FP1 Vlogging highlights
29
reasonably wide (28mm)
touchscreen functionality
built in image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
no external mic support
heavier than competition in class (180 grams)
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
display isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of mic support
heavier than competitors (151g)
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Nikon S1100pj vs Panasonic FP1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S1100pj and Panasonic FP1
 Nikon Coolpix S1100pjPanasonic Lumix DMC-FP1
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Panasonic
Model Nikon Coolpix S1100pj Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2010-08-17 2010-01-06
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Expeed C2 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 14 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Maximum enhanced ISO 6400 -
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Number of focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 35-140mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.9-5.8 f/3.5-5.9
Macro focus range 3cm 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of display 460k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 secs 60 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/1500 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shutter rate - 6.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.50 m 4.90 m (Auto ISO)
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30,15 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 180 gr (0.40 lb) 151 gr (0.33 lb)
Physical dimensions 101 x 68 x 24mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 0.9") 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 model EN-EL12 -
Self timer Yes (10 or 2 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots One One
Price at release $399 $153