Nikon S3700 vs Panasonic FZ47
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Nikon S3700 vs Panasonic FZ47 Key Specs
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- 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
- Launched January 2015
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 498g - 120 x 80 x 92mm
- Revealed July 2011
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FZ48
Nikon S3700 vs Panasonic FZ47 Overview
Let's take a more detailed look at the Nikon S3700 vs Panasonic FZ47, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the S3700 (20MP) and FZ47 (12MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe S3700 was announced 3 years later than the FZ47 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon S3700 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the S3700 matches up vs the FZ47 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S3700 vs Panasonic FZ47 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S3700 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S3700 Gallery & Panasonic FZ47 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3700 over the Panasonic FZ47
S3700 | FZ47 | |||
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Revealed | January 2015 | July 2011 | Fresher by 43 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ47 over the Nikon S3700
FZ47 | S3700 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S3700 and Panasonic FZ47
S3700 | FZ47 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither includes Touch screen |
Nikon S3700 vs Panasonic FZ47 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S3700 features external measurements of 96mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ47 has dimensions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") along with a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S3700 vs Panasonic FZ47 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the S3700 compared to the FZ47.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S3700 and FZ47 is 96 and 68 respectively.
Nikon S3700 vs Panasonic FZ47 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing technical specs. The visual here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S3700 and FZ47.
As you can tell, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Nikon S3700 to provide you with more detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The newer S3700 provides an edge in sensor tech.
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Nikon S3700 vs Panasonic FZ47 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3700 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S3700 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FZ48 |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2015-01-14 | 2011-07-21 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.7-6.6 | f/2.8-5.2 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 2.80 m | 9.50 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/2000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 118g (0.26 pounds) | 498g (1.10 pounds) |
Dimensions | 96 x 58 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 120 x 80 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 240 photos | 400 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $175 | $379 |