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Nikon S3000 vs Panasonic FP8

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
Nikon Coolpix S3000 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
20
Overall
29

Nikon S3000 vs Panasonic FP8 Key Specs

Nikon S3000
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
  • 116g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
  • Launched February 2010
Panasonic FP8
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 151g - 96 x 60 x 20mm
  • Announced July 2009
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Nikon S3000 vs Panasonic FP8 Overview

Lets examine more closely at the Nikon S3000 vs Panasonic FP8, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S3000 (12MP) and the FP8 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S3000 was unveiled 7 months later than the FP8 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the S3000 grades vs the FP8 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S3000 over the Panasonic FP8

 S3000 FP8 
AnnouncedFebruary 2010July 2009More recent by 7 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic FP8 over the Nikon S3000

 FP8 S3000 

Common features in the Nikon S3000 and Panasonic FP8

 S3000 FP8 
Manual focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension2.7"2.7"Identical screen sizing
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither features Touch friendly screen

Nikon S3000 vs Panasonic FP8 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S3000 enjoys exterior dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Panasonic FP8 has sizing of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the S3000 versus the FP8.

Nikon S3000 vs Panasonic FP8 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S3000 and FP8 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S3000 vs Panasonic FP8 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S3000 vs Panasonic FP8 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements just by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph here may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3000 and FP8.

Clearly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution and you can expect similar quality of photos although you will want to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer S3000 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon S3000 vs Panasonic FP8 sensor size comparison

Nikon S3000 vs Panasonic FP8 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S3000 vs Panasonic FP8 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon S3000
Portrait photography with Panasonic FP8
21
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
low MP (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
21
manual focus not available
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Nikon S3000 Street photography info
Panasonic FP8 Street photography info
48
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
55
has image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
heavier than competition (151 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Nikon S3000
Sports photography with Panasonic FP8
17
continuous shooting slow (3.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
24
has image stabilization (Optical)
low max shutter speed (1/1,300 seconds)
max fps very slow (2.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S3000 Travel photography info
Panasonic FP8 Travel photography info
58
built-in flash
really wide (27mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
low MP (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
56
built-in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
heavier than competition (151g)
low resolution sensor (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S3000 Landscape photography details
Panasonic FP8 Landscape photography details
28
really wide (27mm)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
lack of manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
does not have Time Lapse function
32
reasonably wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
manual mode not available
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S3000 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic FP8 as a Vlogging camera
26
really wide (27mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 resolution)
does not have mic socket
28
reasonably wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have mic jack
heavier than competition (151g)
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Nikon S3000 vs Panasonic FP8 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S3000 and Panasonic FP8
 Nikon Coolpix S3000Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Panasonic
Model Nikon Coolpix S3000 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2010-02-03 2009-07-27
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Expeed C2 Venus Engine V
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 surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 3200 6400
Minimum native ISO 80 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 27-108mm (4.0x) 28-128mm (4.6x)
Max aperture f/3.2-5.9 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus range 8cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 seconds 60 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1300 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 3.0 frames/s 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range - 5.50 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
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 seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 116 grams (0.26 lbs) 151 grams (0.33 lbs)
Dimensions 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") 96 x 60 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8")
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-EL10 -
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Launch cost $150 $300