Nikon S570 vs Panasonic FX580
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Nikon S570 vs Panasonic FX580 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 140g - 92 x 57 x 22mm
- Released August 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 167g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Announced January 2009
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FX550

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic FX580 Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Nikon S570 versus Panasonic FX580, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S570 (12MP) and the FX580 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S570 was released 7 months after the FX580 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the S570 matches up versus the FX580 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic FX580 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S570 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S570 Gallery & Panasonic FX580 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S570 over the Panasonic FX580
S570 | FX580 | |||
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Announced | August 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX580 over the Nikon S570
FX580 | S570 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S570 and Panasonic FX580
S570 | FX580 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
Nikon S570 vs Panasonic FX580 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S570 provides exterior measurements of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Panasonic FX580 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S570 versus Panasonic FX580 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the S570 and the FX580.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S570 and FX580 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic FX580 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by checking specifications. The picture here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S570 and FX580.
To sum up, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of files though you need to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The younger S570 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic FX580 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S570 vs Panasonic FX580 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S570 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S570 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FX550 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-08-04 | 2009-01-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed | - |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.00 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | 140 gr (0.31 lbs) | 167 gr (0.37 lbs) |
Dimensions | 92 x 57 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $180 | $499 |