Nikon S3100 vs Panasonic FP8

Here, we are analyzing the Nikon S3100 versus Panasonic FP8, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S3100 (14MP) and the FP8 (12MP) is very close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S3100 was brought out 19 months later than the FP8 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a short view of how the S3100 matches up versus the FP8 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S3100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S3100 Gallery & Panasonic FP8 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S3100 provides exterior measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP8 has sizing of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the S3100 vs the FP8.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S3100 and FP8 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements purely by viewing specifications. The visual underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S3100 and FP8.

To sum up, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon S3100 to provide you with more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The fresher S3100 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.