Nikon S4100 vs Panasonic FP5

The following is a extended review of the Nikon S4100 vs Panasonic FP5, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S4100 (14MP) and the FP5 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S4100 was introduced 2 months after the FP5 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the S4100 matches up against the FP5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S4100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S4100 Gallery & Panasonic FP5 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S4100 provides outer dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Panasonic FP5 has measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the S4100 compared to the FP5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S4100 and FP5 is 99 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions purely by going over specifications. The image underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S4100 and FP5.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution so you can expect similar quality of photos but you have to consider the launch date of the products into consideration.