Nikon S3100 vs Panasonic FS7

Following is a thorough assessment of the Nikon S3100 vs Panasonic FS7, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the S3100 (14MP) and FS7 (10MP) and the S3100 (1/2.3") and FS7 (1/2.5") use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The S3100 was brought out 2 years after the FS7 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the S3100 grades against the FS7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S3100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S3100 Gallery and Panasonic FS7 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S3100 provides physical measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Panasonic FS7 has proportions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the S3100 compared to the FS7.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S3100 and FS7 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out technical specs. The picture underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S3100 and FS7.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The S3100 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Nikon S3100 will produce greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The newer S3100 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.