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Nikon S570 vs Panasonic LF1

Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
14
Overall
26
Nikon Coolpix S570 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 front
Portability
92
Imaging
37
Features
55
Overall
44

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic LF1 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
  • Launched August 2009
Panasonic LF1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400 (Raise to 12800)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-200mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
  • 192g - 103 x 62 x 28mm
  • Introduced November 2013
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Nikon S570 vs Panasonic LF1 Overview

On this page, we are looking at the Nikon S570 and Panasonic LF1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S570 (12MP) and the LF1 (12MP) is very close but the S570 (1/2.3") and LF1 (1/1.7") boast different sensor size.

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The S570 was launched 5 years prior to the LF1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the S570 scores versus the LF1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S570 over the Panasonic LF1

 S570 LF1 

Reasons to pick Panasonic LF1 over the Nikon S570

 LF1 S570 
IntroducedNovember 2013August 2009More modern by 52 months
Manually focus Dial exact focusing
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution920k230kCrisper display (+690k dot)

Common features in the Nikon S570 and Panasonic LF1

 S570 LF1 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch display Lacking Touch display

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic LF1 Physical Comparison

If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S570 comes with exterior measurements of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Panasonic LF1 has proportions of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S570 and Panasonic LF1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the S570 versus the LF1.

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic LF1 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S570 and LF1 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic LF1 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic LF1 Sensor Comparison

Often, its tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes just by looking through technical specs. The picture underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S570 and LF1.

As you can tell, both the cameras provide the same resolution but different sensor sizes. The S570 contains the smaller sensor which is going to make achieving bokeh trickier. The more aged S570 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic LF1 sensor size comparison

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic LF1 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic LF1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon S570
Portrait photography with Panasonic LF1
20
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
42
has manual focus
features face detection focusing
delivers RAW files
external flash not possible
low MP (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/1.7")
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Street Comparison

Nikon S570 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic LF1 as a Street photography camera
47
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
65
built in image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW files
fixed screen
tiny sensor (1/1.7")
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S570 as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic LF1 as a Sports photography camera
17
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
38
built in image stabilization (Optical)
features tracking autofocus
low MP (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/1.7")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Nikon S570
Travel photography with Panasonic LF1
58
built-in flash
really wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
sensor resolution low (12MP)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
64
has built in flash
really wide (28mm)
fast maximum aperture (f2.0)
does not have Time Lapse recording
low MP (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S570 Landscape photography info
Panasonic LF1 Landscape photography info
27
really wide (28mm)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse function
54
has manual focus
really wide (28mm)
fast maximum aperture (f2.0)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW files
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
low MP (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/1.7")
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Nikon S570
Vlogging with Panasonic LF1
25
really wide (28mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have mic support
36
really wide (28mm)
fast maximum aperture (f2.0)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
features face detection focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have external mic socket
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Nikon S570 vs Panasonic LF1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S570 and Panasonic LF1
 Nikon Coolpix S570Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1
General Information
Brand Nikon Panasonic
Model Nikon Coolpix S570 Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2009-08-04 2013-11-26
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
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Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/1.7"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 7.44 x 5.58mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 41.5mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 3200 6400
Max enhanced ISO - 12800
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
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) 28-200mm (7.1x)
Max aperture f/2.7-6.6 f/2.0-5.9
Macro focus distance 3cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.8 4.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7" 3"
Screen resolution 230k dots 920k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen technology - TFT Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Features
Minimum shutter speed 60 seconds 60 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate - 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range - 7.00 m
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
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) 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format - MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 140g (0.31 lbs) 192g (0.42 lbs)
Physical dimensions 92 x 57 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") 103 x 62 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 52
DXO Color Depth score not tested 20.8
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 11.6
DXO Low light score not tested 211
Other
Battery life - 250 images
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model EN-EL10 -
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Price at release $180 $500