Nikon S3700 vs Panasonic FS12

Following is a comprehensive overview of the Nikon S3700 and Panasonic FS12, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the S3700 (20MP) and FS12 (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S3700 was launched 5 years after the FS12 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the S3700 grades vs the FS12 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S3700 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S3700 Gallery & Panasonic FS12 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S3700 offers outer dimensions of 96mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS12 has measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the S3700 against the FS12.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S3700 and FS12 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3700 and FS12.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Nikon S3700 to offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger S3700 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.