Nikon S3600 vs Panasonic FH25
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Nikon S3600 vs Panasonic FH25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.7-6.6) lens
- 125g - 97 x 58 x 20mm
- Launched January 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 159g - 99 x 57 x 28mm
- Launched January 2011
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FS35
Nikon S3600 vs Panasonic FH25 Overview
Lets take a deeper look at the Nikon S3600 and Panasonic FH25, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the S3600 (20MP) and FH25 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsAppThe S3600 was revealed 3 years later than the FH25 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the S3600 grades versus the FH25 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon S3600 vs Panasonic FH25 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S3600 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25. The full galleries are available at Nikon S3600 Gallery and Panasonic FH25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3600 over the Panasonic FH25
S3600 | FH25 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | January 2011 | More recent by 37 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH25 over the Nikon S3600
FH25 | S3600 |
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Common features in the Nikon S3600 and Panasonic FH25
S3600 | FH25 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal display size | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Nikon S3600 vs Panasonic FH25 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S3600 has got external dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH25 has specifications of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S3600 and Panasonic FH25 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the S3600 vs the FH25.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S3600 and FH25 is 96 and 94 respectively.
Nikon S3600 vs Panasonic FH25 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3600 and FH25.
Clearly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon S3600 to give you greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The newer S3600 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
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Nikon S3600 vs Panasonic FH25 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3600 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S3600 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 |
Other name | - | Lumix DMC-FS35 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2014-01-07 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine VI |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 99 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.7-6.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 4.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 5.80 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280x720p (30fps) , 1280x720 (25p), 640x480 (30fps ) | 1280 x 720p (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 | 125 grams (0.28 pounds) | 159 grams (0.35 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
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 | ||
Battery life | 230 photographs | 250 photographs |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $200 | $180 |