Nikon S3700 vs Panasonic FP3
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![Nikon Coolpix S3700 front Nikon Coolpix S3700 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S3700/Nikon-S3700-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP3/Panasonic-FP3-front.jpg)
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Nikon S3700 vs Panasonic FP3 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
- 118g - 96 x 58 x 20mm
- Released January 2015
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 155g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Announced January 2010
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Nikon S3700 vs Panasonic FP3 Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Nikon S3700 vs Panasonic FP3, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the S3700 (20MP) and FP3 (14MP) but they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The S3700 was launched 5 years after the FP3 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the S3700 grades vs the FP3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Nikon S3700 vs Panasonic FP3 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S3700 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S3700 Gallery & Panasonic FP3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3700 over the Panasonic FP3
S3700 | FP3 | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 62 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP3 over the Nikon S3700
FP3 | S3700 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S3700 and Panasonic FP3
S3700 | FP3 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Nikon S3700 vs Panasonic FP3 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S3700 features exterior measurements of 96mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP3 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S3700 vs Panasonic FP3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the S3700 vs the FP3.
![Nikon S3700 vs Panasonic FP3 size comparison Nikon S3700 vs Panasonic FP3 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S3700-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP3-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S3700 and FP3 is 96 and 95 respectively.
![Nikon S3700 vs Panasonic FP3 top view buttons comparison Nikon S3700 vs Panasonic FP3 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S3700-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP3-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S3700 vs Panasonic FP3 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor sizes only by going through specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S3700 and FP3.
All in all, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Nikon S3700 to show greater detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The younger S3700 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
![Nikon S3700 vs Panasonic FP3 sensor size comparison Nikon S3700 vs Panasonic FP3 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S3700-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP3-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S3700 vs Panasonic FP3 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S3700 vs Panasonic FP3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S3700 vs Panasonic FP3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S3700-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP3-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S3700 vs Panasonic FP3 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3700 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S3700 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2015-01-14 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | Venus Engine IV |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.7-6.6 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.80 m | 4.90 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 118 grams (0.26 lb) | 155 grams (0.34 lb) |
Dimensions | 96 x 58 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 pictures | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $175 | $182 |