Nikon S3000 vs Panasonic FS7

Lets look a little more closely at the Nikon S3000 versus Panasonic FS7, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S3000 (12MP) and the FS7 (10MP) is very similar but the S3000 (1/2.3") and FS7 (1/2.5") boast different sensor measurements.

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The S3000 was unveiled 13 months after the FS7 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the S3000 scores versus the FS7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S3000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S3000 Gallery and Panasonic FS7 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S3000 enjoys physical 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 FS7 has dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S3000 versus Panasonic FS7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the S3000 and the FS7.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S3000 and FS7 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes purely by going over specs. The image here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3000 and FS7.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The S3000 having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Nikon S3000 will offer extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher S3000 should have an edge in sensor innovation.