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Nikon S5100 vs Panasonic FH1

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29
Nikon Coolpix S5100 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27

Nikon S5100 vs Panasonic FH1 Key Specs

Nikon S5100
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
  • 132g - 97 x 57 x 22mm
  • Revealed August 2010
Panasonic FH1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
  • 163g - 98 x 55 x 23mm
  • Launched January 2010
  • Other Name is Lumix DMC-FS10
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Nikon S5100 vs Panasonic FH1 Overview

Below, we are reviewing the Nikon S5100 versus Panasonic FH1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S5100 (12MP) and the FH1 (12MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S5100 was unveiled 8 months after the FH1 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the S5100 matches up vs the FH1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S5100 over the Panasonic FH1

 S5100 FH1 
LaunchedAugust 2010January 2010Newer by 8 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic FH1 over the Nikon S5100

 FH1 S5100 

Common features in the Nikon S5100 and Panasonic FH1

 S5100 FH1 
Manually focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimension2.7"2.7"Identical display measurements
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch display Neither features Touch display

Nikon S5100 vs Panasonic FH1 Physical Comparison

When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S5100 enjoys physical dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Panasonic FH1 has sizing of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the S5100 compared to the FH1.

Nikon S5100 vs Panasonic FH1 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S5100 and FH1 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S5100 vs Panasonic FH1 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S5100 vs Panasonic FH1 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions only by viewing specifications. The image below will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S5100 and FH1.

To sum up, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos although you really should consider the age of the cameras into account. The more recent S5100 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon S5100 vs Panasonic FH1 sensor size comparison

Nikon S5100 vs Panasonic FH1 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S5100 vs Panasonic FH1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon S5100
Portrait photography with Panasonic FH1
21
lack of manual focus
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
low MP (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
21
lack of manual focus
manual mode not available
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon S5100 Street photography factors
Panasonic FH1 Street photography factors
62
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (132 grams)
screen does not articulate
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
57
has image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Nikon S5100
Sports photography with Panasonic FH1
27
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority
low MP (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
continuous shooting slow (6.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S5100 Travel photography features
Panasonic FH1 Travel photography features
62
lighter than competition (132g)
built-in flash
really wide (28mm)
doesn't have Timelapse function
low MP (12 megapixels)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
58
built-in flash
decently wide (28mm)
no Timelapse function
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
does not offer selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S5100 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic FH1 as a Landscape photography camera
32
really wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
small screen (2.7 inches)
no manual exposure
low MP (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse function
32
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
manual mode not available
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S5100 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic FH1 as a Vlogging camera
31
really wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (132g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have external microphone support
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decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
does not offer selfie friendly display
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external microphone support
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Nikon S5100 vs Panasonic FH1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S5100 and Panasonic FH1
 Nikon Coolpix S5100Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1
General Information
Brand Nikon Panasonic
Model type Nikon Coolpix S5100 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1
Otherwise known as - Lumix DMC-FS10
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2010-08-17 2010-01-06
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by Expeed C2 -
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 area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points - 9
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.7-6.6 f/2.8-6.9
Macro focusing range 2cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of display 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 seconds 60 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/1500 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shutter rate - 6.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance - 6.80 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 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 file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 132g (0.29 pounds) 163g (0.36 pounds)
Dimensions 97 x 57 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") 98 x 55 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9")
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 ID EN-EL10 -
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal
Card slots One One
Retail price $200 $150