Nikon S1100pj vs Panasonic FP7
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Nikon S1100pj vs Panasonic FP7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 180g - 101 x 68 x 24mm
- Revealed August 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 147g - 101 x 59 x 18mm
- Introduced January 2011

Nikon S1100pj vs Panasonic FP7 Overview
Below, we will be looking at the Nikon S1100pj vs Panasonic FP7, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S1100pj (14MP) and the FP7 (16MP) is relatively similar and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S1100pj was introduced 4 months earlier than the FP7 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the S1100pj matches up against the FP7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S1100pj vs Panasonic FP7 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S1100pj and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S1100pj Gallery and Panasonic FP7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S1100pj over the Panasonic FP7
S1100pj | FP7 | |||
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Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP7 over the Nikon S1100pj
FP7 | S1100pj | |||
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Screen dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Common features in the Nikon S1100pj and Panasonic FP7
S1100pj | FP7 | |||
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Introduced | August 2010 | ![]() | January 2011 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Nikon S1100pj vs Panasonic FP7 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S1100pj provides outside measurements of 101mm x 68mm x 24mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 0.9") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Panasonic FP7 has sizing of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S1100pj vs Panasonic FP7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the S1100pj versus the FP7.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1100pj and FP7 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S1100pj vs Panasonic FP7 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to see the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading specs. The graphic below should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1100pj and FP7.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic FP7 to offer you extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots much more aggressively.

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Nikon S1100pj vs Panasonic FP7 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S1100pj | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S1100pj | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2010-08-17 | 2011-01-05 |
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 measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Touch Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 4.90 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30,15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 180g (0.40 lb) | 147g (0.32 lb) |
Dimensions | 101 x 68 x 24mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 0.9") | 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | - | 240 photographs |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $399 | $227 |