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Nikon S570 vs Panasonic 3D1

Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
14
Overall
26
Nikon Coolpix S570 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 front
Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
36
Overall
35

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic 3D1 Key Specs

Nikon S570
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
  • 140g - 92 x 57 x 22mm
  • Released August 2009
Panasonic 3D1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
  • 193g - 108 x 58 x 24mm
  • Announced November 2011
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Nikon S570 vs Panasonic 3D1 Overview

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Nikon S570 versus Panasonic 3D1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S570 (12MP) and the 3D1 (12MP) is very close and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S570 was launched 3 years before the 3D1 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short highlight of how the S570 scores against the 3D1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S570 over the Panasonic 3D1

 S570 3D1 

Reasons to pick Panasonic 3D1 over the Nikon S570

 3D1 S570 
AnnouncedNovember 2011August 2009Newer by 27 months
Display dimensions3.5"2.7"Larger display (+0.8")
Display resolution460k230kSharper display (+230k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Nikon S570 and Panasonic 3D1

 S570 3D1 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic 3D1 Physical Comparison

In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S570 enjoys outside measurements of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Panasonic 3D1 has proportions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S570 versus Panasonic 3D1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the S570 and the 3D1.

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic 3D1 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S570 and 3D1 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic 3D1 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic 3D1 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specifications. The image underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S570 and 3D1.

To sum up, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you have to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged S570 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic 3D1 sensor size comparison

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic 3D1 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic 3D1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S570 Portrait photography factors
Panasonic 3D1 Portrait photography factors
20
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
26
has face detect focusing
no manual focus
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
Photography Glossary

Street Comparison

Nikon S570 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic 3D1 as a Street photography camera
47
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
has touch focus
no moving screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S570 Sports photography information
Panasonic 3D1 Sports photography information
17
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
30
has image stabilization (Optical)
has tracking focus
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,300s)
no shutter priority mode
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
bad battery power (200 CIPA)
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S570 Travel photography factors
Panasonic 3D1 Travel photography factors
58
flash built-in
relatively wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse function
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
59
has touch focus
has built in flash
rather wide (25mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
bad battery power (200 per charge)
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S570 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic 3D1 as a Landscape photography camera
27
relatively wide (28mm)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not possible
does not have image stabilization
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
missing Time Lapse function
35
rather wide (25mm)
lovely big screen (3.5 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
lack of manual mode
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
bad battery power (200 per charge)
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S570 Vlogging information
Panasonic 3D1 Vlogging information
25
relatively wide (28mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing mic jack
34
rather wide (25mm)
built-in touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect focusing
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen isn't selfie friendly
missing mic socket
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Nikon S570 vs Panasonic 3D1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S570 and Panasonic 3D1
 Nikon Coolpix S570Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1
General Information
Brand Name Nikon Panasonic
Model Nikon Coolpix S570 Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2009-08-04 2011-11-07
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Expeed -
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 3200 6400
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points - 23
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.7-6.6 f/3.9-5.7
Macro focus range 3cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inch 3.5 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen technology - TFT Full Touch Screen with AR coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 60 seconds 60 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/1300 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range - 3.50 m
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video data format - MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG
Mic 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
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 140 grams (0.31 lb) 193 grams (0.43 lb)
Physical dimensions 92 x 57 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") 108 x 58 x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" 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 life - 200 photographs
Battery type - Battery Pack
Battery model EN-EL10 -
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Launch price $180 $670