Nikon S1100pj vs Panasonic FS15
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Nikon S1100pj vs Panasonic FS15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Launched August 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 136g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
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In this article, we will be matching up the Nikon S1100pj and Panasonic FS15, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S1100pj (14MP) and the FS15 (12MP) is relatively close and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe S1100pj was revealed 20 months after the FS15 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the S1100pj scores vs the FS15 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Nikon S1100pj over the Panasonic FS15
| S1100pj | FS15 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | August 2010 |  | January 2009 | Newer by 20 months |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS15 over the Nikon S1100pj
| FS15 | S1100pj |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon S1100pj and Panasonic FS15
| S1100pj | FS15 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen |
Nikon S1100pj vs Panasonic FS15 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S1100pj features outside dimensions of 101mm x 68mm x 24mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 0.9") along with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Panasonic FS15 has sizing of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the S1100pj and the FS15.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1100pj and FS15 is 93 and 95 respectively.
Nikon S1100pj vs Panasonic FS15 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions just by researching specifications. The image here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S1100pj and FS15.
Plainly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon S1100pj to provide you with extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more modern S1100pj should have an advantage in sensor tech.
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Nikon S1100pj vs Panasonic FS15 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S1100pj | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix S1100pj | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 |
| Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Launched | 2010-08-17 | 2009-01-16 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Expeed C2 | - |
| 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 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
| Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 29-145mm (5.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
| Flash modes | - | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE 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, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30,15 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| 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 | 180g (0.40 pounds) | 136g (0.30 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 101 x 68 x 24mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 0.9") | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
| 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 shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at release | $399 | $180 |