Nikon S4000 vs Panasonic FP3

On this page, we will be looking at the Nikon S4000 versus Panasonic FP3, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S4000 (12MP) and the FP3 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S4000 was brought out within a month of the FP3 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the S4000 scores against the FP3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S4000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S4000 Gallery and Panasonic FP3 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S4000 provides physical dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Panasonic FP3 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S4000 versus Panasonic FP3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the S4000 compared to the FP3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S4000 and FP3 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by seeing a spec sheet. The image here might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S4000 and FP3.

As you can see, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic FP3 to provide greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively.