Nikon S1100pj vs Panasonic FS7

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Nikon S1100pj and Panasonic FS7, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the S1100pj (14MP) and FS7 (10MP) and the S1100pj (1/2.3") and FS7 (1/2.5") provide different sensor measurements.

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The S1100pj was released 20 months later than the FS7 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the S1100pj scores versus the FS7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S1100pj & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S1100pj Gallery & Panasonic FS7 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S1100pj comes with exterior measurements of 101mm x 68mm x 24mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS7 has measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the S1100pj compared to the FS7.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1100pj and FS7 is 93 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements purely by looking through technical specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1100pj and FS7.

As you have seen, the two cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The S1100pj due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon S1100pj will provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern S1100pj provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.