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Nikon S570 vs Panasonic FX580

Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
14
Overall
26
Nikon Coolpix S570 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 front
Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
29
Overall
32

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic FX580 Key Specs

Nikon S570
(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
Panasonic FX580
(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
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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").

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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.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S570 over the Panasonic FX580

 S570 FX580 
AnnouncedAugust 2009January 2009Newer by 7 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic FX580 over the Nikon S570

 FX580 S570 
Display dimension3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Common features in the Nikon S570 and Panasonic FX580

 S570 FX580 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kEqual 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic FX580 size comparison

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

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic FX580 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic FX580 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic FX580 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S570 Portrait photography information
Panasonic FX580 Portrait photography information
20
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
26
provides face detect focusing
no manual focus
manual mode not possible
external flash not possible
sensor resolution low (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon S570 Street photography information
Panasonic FX580 Street photography information
47
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S570 Sports photography highlights
Panasonic FX580 Sports photography highlights
17
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
27
built in image stabilization (Optical)
max fps very slow (2.0 frames/s)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S570 Travel photography factors
Panasonic FX580 Travel photography factors
58
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse recording
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
58
built-in flash
fairly wide (25mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
sensor resolution low (12MP)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S570 Landscape photography info
Panasonic FX580 Landscape photography info
27
really wide (28mm)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
lack of manual mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
lack of Time Lapse recording
36
fairly wide (25mm)
nice screen size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
manual mode not possible
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S570 Vlogging info
Panasonic FX580 Vlogging info
25
really wide (28mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of mic support
30
fairly wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detect focusing
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have mic support
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Nikon S570 vs Panasonic FX580 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S570 and Panasonic FX580
 Nikon Coolpix S570Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580
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