Nikon S4000 vs Panasonic FS7

Here, we are matching up the Nikon S4000 and Panasonic FS7, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S4000 (12MP) and the FS7 (10MP) is fairly well matched but the S4000 (1/2.3") and FS7 (1/2.5") boast different sensor sizes.

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The S4000 was revealed 13 months after the FS7 making them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a quick summary of how the S4000 grades against the FS7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S4000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7. The full galleries are available at Nikon S4000 Gallery & Panasonic FS7 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S4000 has got outside dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS7 has specifications of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the S4000 versus the FS7.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S4000 and FS7 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at a spec sheet. The image here may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S4000 and FS7.

As you can see, both cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The S4000 with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Nikon S4000 will give you greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern S4000 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.