Nikon S3100 vs Panasonic FP1

Let's take a deeper look at the Nikon S3100 and Panasonic FP1, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S3100 (14MP) and the FP1 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S3100 was introduced 14 months after the FP1 making the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the S3100 matches up against the FP1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S3100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S3100 Gallery and Panasonic FP1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S3100 has got outer dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Panasonic FP1 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S3100 and Panasonic FP1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the S3100 vs the FP1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S3100 and FP1 is 96 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specs. The picture here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3100 and FP1.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Nikon S3100 to give greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The fresher S3100 will have a benefit in sensor tech.