Nikon S3000 vs Panasonic FX75

Its time to take a closer look at the Nikon S3000 and Panasonic FX75, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S3000 (12MP) and the FX75 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S3000 was launched 3 months prior to the FX75 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Nikon S3000 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FX75 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a short overview of how the S3000 scores versus the FX75 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S3000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S3000 Gallery and Panasonic FX75 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S3000 has outside measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Panasonic FX75 has proportions of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S3000 and Panasonic FX75 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the S3000 compared to the FX75.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S3000 and FX75 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements merely by viewing technical specs. The graphic here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S3000 and FX75.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Panasonic FX75 to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively.