Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic FX48
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Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic FX48 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-182mm (F3.4-6.4) lens
- 129g - 97 x 58 x 21mm
- Introduced February 2013
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 150g - 95 x 53 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FX40
Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic FX48 Overview
Following is a detailed assessment of the Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic FX48, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the S3500 (20MP) and FX48 (12MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe S3500 was launched 4 years after the FX48 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief overview of how the S3500 grades vs the FX48 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic FX48 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S3500 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S3500 Gallery & Panasonic FX48 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3500 over the Panasonic FX48
S3500 | FX48 | |||
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Introduced | February 2013 | January 2009 | More modern by 50 months | |
Display dimension | 2.7" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX48 over the Nikon S3500
FX48 | S3500 |
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Common features in the Nikon S3500 and Panasonic FX48
S3500 | FX48 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Absent Touch display |
Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic FX48 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S3500 offers outside measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic FX48 has sizing of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).
See the Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic FX48 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the S3500 compared to the FX48.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S3500 and FX48 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic FX48 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes purely by going over specifications. The pic underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S3500 and FX48.
To sum up, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon S3500 to offer you more detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos much more aggressively. The more modern S3500 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic FX48 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S3500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FX40 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-02-21 | 2009-01-27 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-182mm (7.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-6.4 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.5" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/3000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 6.00 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 129g (0.28 pounds) | 150g (0.33 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 58 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 95 x 53 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | - | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $85 | $325 |