Nikon S4000 vs Panasonic FS7
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![Nikon Coolpix S4000 front Nikon Coolpix S4000 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S4000/Nikon-S4000-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS7/Panasonic-FS7-front.jpg)
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Nikon S4000 vs Panasonic FS7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 131g - 95 x 57 x 20mm
- Launched February 2010
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-132mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 139g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009
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Nikon S4000 vs Panasonic FS7 Overview
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.
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Nikon S4000 vs Panasonic FS7 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Nikon S4000 over the Panasonic FS7
S4000 | FS7 | |||
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Introduced | February 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 13 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS7 over the Nikon S4000
FS7 | S4000 |
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Common features in the Nikon S4000 and Panasonic FS7
S4000 | FS7 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Nikon S4000 vs Panasonic FS7 Physical Comparison
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).
Compare the Nikon S4000 and Panasonic FS7 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Nikon S4000 vs Panasonic FS7 size comparison Nikon S4000 vs Panasonic FS7 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S4000-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS7-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S4000 and FS7 is 96 and 95 respectively.
![Nikon S4000 vs Panasonic FS7 top view buttons comparison Nikon S4000 vs Panasonic FS7 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S4000-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS7-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S4000 vs Panasonic FS7 Sensor Comparison
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.
![Nikon S4000 vs Panasonic FS7 sensor size comparison Nikon S4000 vs Panasonic FS7 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S4000-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS7-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S4000 vs Panasonic FS7 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S4000 vs Panasonic FS7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S4000 vs Panasonic FS7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S4000-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS7-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S4000 vs Panasonic FS7 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S4000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S4000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2010-02-03 | 2009-01-16 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.5" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 5.744 x 4.308mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 24.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 27-108mm (4.0x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 8cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 6.3 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 | 131g (0.29 lb) | 139g (0.31 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 model | EN-EL10 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $200 | $160 |