Nikon S30 vs Panasonic FX700

Lets look much closer at the Nikon S30 versus Panasonic FX700, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the S30 (10MP) and FX700 (14MP) and the S30 (1/3") and FX700 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The S30 was manufactured 19 months later than the FX700 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the S30 scores against the FX700 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S30 Gallery and Panasonic FX700 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S30 provides physical measurements of 102mm x 65mm x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Panasonic FX700 has proportions of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S30 versus Panasonic FX700 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the S30 vs the FX700.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S30 and FX700 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Often, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading specifications. The photograph underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S30 and FX700.

Plainly, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S30 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Panasonic FX700 will offer you extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The more modern S30 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.