Nikon S4100 vs Panasonic FP3
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Nikon S4100 vs Panasonic FP3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- n/ag - 95 x 57 x 20mm
- Released February 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 155g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2010
Nikon S4100 vs Panasonic FP3 Overview
Let's take a deeper look at the Nikon S4100 and Panasonic FP3, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S4100 (14MP) and the FP3 (14MP) is very similar and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixelsThe S4100 was unveiled 14 months after the FP3 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the S4100 grades versus the FP3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon S4100 vs Panasonic FP3 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S4100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S4100 Gallery and Panasonic FP3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S4100 over the Panasonic FP3
S4100 | FP3 | |||
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Introduced | February 2011 | January 2010 | More modern by 14 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP3 over the Nikon S4100
FP3 | S4100 |
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Common features in the Nikon S4100 and Panasonic FP3
S4100 | FP3 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Nikon S4100 vs Panasonic FP3 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S4100 has got outer measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Panasonic FP3 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Check out the Nikon S4100 and Panasonic FP3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the S4100 versus the FP3.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S4100 and FP3 is 99 and 95 respectively.
Nikon S4100 vs Panasonic FP3 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading specifications. The pic here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S4100 and FP3.
Plainly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution so you should expect similar quality of pictures although you would want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The newer S4100 provides an edge in sensor innovation.
Nikon S4100 vs Panasonic FP3 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S4100 vs Panasonic FP3 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S4100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S4100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2011-02-09 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | Venus Engine IV |
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 | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.50 m | 4.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 155 grams (0.34 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 190 images | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $140 | $182 |