Nikon S3100 vs Panasonic FP3
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95 Imaging
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Nikon S3100 vs Panasonic FP3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 118g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
- Introduced February 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 155g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2010
Nikon S3100 vs Panasonic FP3 Overview
Following is a complete assessment of the Nikon S3100 vs Panasonic FP3, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S3100 (14MP) and the FP3 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe S3100 was revealed 14 months after the FP3 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the S3100 matches up versus the FP3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon S3100 vs Panasonic FP3 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S3100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3. The full galleries are available at Nikon S3100 Gallery & Panasonic FP3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3100 over the Panasonic FP3
S3100 | FP3 | |||
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Introduced | February 2011 | January 2010 | More modern by 14 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP3 over the Nikon S3100
FP3 | S3100 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S3100 and Panasonic FP3
S3100 | FP3 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Nikon S3100 vs Panasonic FP3 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S3100 enjoys outside measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Panasonic FP3 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S3100 vs Panasonic FP3 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the S3100 against the FP3.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S3100 and FP3 is 96 and 95 respectively.
Nikon S3100 vs Panasonic FP3 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes purely by checking technical specs. The image here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S3100 and FP3.
As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures although you might want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The younger S3100 should have an edge in sensor technology.
Nikon S3100 vs Panasonic FP3 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S3100 vs Panasonic FP3 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S3100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2011-02-09 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.50 m | 4.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 118 gr (0.26 pounds) | 155 gr (0.34 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 images | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $139 | $182 |