Nikon S570 vs Panasonic FH2
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Nikon S570 vs Panasonic FH2 Key Specs
(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
- Announced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 121g - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Launched January 2011
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FS16

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic FH2 Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Nikon S570 versus Panasonic FH2, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S570 (12MP) and the FH2 (14MP) is pretty similar and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The S570 was announced 17 months earlier than the FH2 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a simple summation of how the S570 grades vs the FH2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic FH2 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S570 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S570 Gallery & Panasonic FH2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S570 over the Panasonic FH2
S570 | FH2 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FH2 over the Nikon S570
FH2 | S570 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | August 2009 | Fresher by 17 months |
Common features in the Nikon S570 and Panasonic FH2
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S570 vs Panasonic FH2 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera often, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S570 offers physical measurements of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH2 has dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S570 versus Panasonic FH2 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the S570 versus the FH2.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S570 and FH2 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic FH2 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing only by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S570 and FH2.
As you can see, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic FH2 to offer more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots far more aggressively. The older S570 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic FH2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S570 vs Panasonic FH2 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S570 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S570 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 |
Alternate name | - | Lumix DMC-FS16 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-08-04 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/3.1-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 4.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 140g (0.31 lbs) | 121g (0.27 lbs) |
Dimensions | 92 x 57 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
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 | - | 270 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL10 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $180 | $149 |