Nikon S3700 vs Panasonic FP3

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.

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.

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).

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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.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S3700 and FP3 is 96 and 95 respectively.

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.