Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic FZ28
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Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic FZ28 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-182mm (F3.4-6.4) lens
- 129g - 97 x 58 x 21mm
- Revealed February 2013
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 417g - 118 x 75 x 89mm
- Announced January 2009
Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic FZ28 Overview
Here is a extensive assessment of the Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic FZ28, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the S3500 (20MP) and FZ28 (10MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe S3500 was revealed 4 years later than the FZ28 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the S3500 matches up against the FZ28 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic FZ28 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S3500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S3500 Gallery and Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3500 over the Panasonic FZ28
S3500 | FZ28 | |||
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Announced | February 2013 | January 2009 | Fresher by 50 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Nikon S3500
FZ28 | S3500 | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focus |
Common features in the Nikon S3500 and Panasonic FZ28
S3500 | FZ28 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent display measurement | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Missing Touch display |
Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic FZ28 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S3500 enjoys outside dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ28 has dimensions of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic FZ28 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the S3500 against the FZ28.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S3500 and FZ28 is 95 and 72 respectively.
Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic FZ28 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching specifications. The visual underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S3500 and FZ28.
Plainly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon S3500 to result in extra detail because of its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images far more aggressively. The fresher S3500 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.
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Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic FZ28 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S3500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2013-02-21 | 2009-01-15 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-182mm (7.0x) | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-6.4 | f/2.8-4.4 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 8.50 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | - | Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2) |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 @ 30 fps, 848 x 480, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30fps, 320 x 240 @ 10fps |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Mic 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 129 gr (0.28 lb) | 417 gr (0.92 lb) |
Dimensions | 97 x 58 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 118 x 75 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 27 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 17.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 79 |
Other | ||
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $85 | $599 |