Nikon S220 vs Panasonic FP1
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Nikon S220 vs Panasonic FP1 Key Specs
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- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 2000
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 100g - 90 x 56 x 18mm
- Introduced February 2009
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- 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
- Introduced January 2010
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Below, we are analyzing the Nikon S220 and Panasonic FP1, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S220 (10MP) and the FP1 (12MP) is very similar and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe S220 was introduced 11 months before the FP1 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the S220 scores vs the FP1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Nikon S220 over the Panasonic FP1
| S220 | FP1 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP1 over the Nikon S220
| FP1 | S220 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2010 | February 2009 | Newer by 11 months | |
| Display dimension | 2.7" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Nikon S220 and Panasonic FP1
| S220 | FP1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
| Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
| Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
| Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
| Touch friendly display | No Touch friendly display |
Nikon S220 vs Panasonic FP1 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S220 comes with physical dimensions of 90mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) and the Panasonic FP1 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).
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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the S220 vs the FP1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S220 and FP1 is 97 and 95 respectively.
Nikon S220 vs Panasonic FP1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading specs. The picture here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S220 and FP1.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic FP1 to offer greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged S220 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
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Nikon S220 vs Panasonic FP1 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S220 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix S220 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 |
| Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Introduced | 2009-02-03 | 2010-01-06 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | - | Venus Engine IV |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 2000 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 10cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 11.0 frames per sec | 6.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 4.90 m (Auto ISO) |
| Flash settings | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone 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 | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 100g (0.22 lb) | 151g (0.33 lb) |
| Dimensions | 90 x 56 x 18mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
| 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-EL10 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch pricing | $56 | $153 |