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Nikon S570 vs Panasonic S1

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
Nikon Coolpix S570 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 front
Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic S1 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
  • Launched August 2009
Panasonic S1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-112mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 117g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
  • Launched January 2011
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Nikon S570 vs Panasonic S1 Overview

Here, we will be contrasting the Nikon S570 and Panasonic S1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S570 (12MP) and the S1 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S570 was brought out 17 months earlier than the S1 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the S570 scores versus the S1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S570 over the Panasonic S1

 S570 S1 

Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Nikon S570

 S1 S570 
LaunchedJanuary 2011August 2009Newer by 17 months

Common features in the Nikon S570 and Panasonic S1

 S570 S1 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size2.7"2.7"Same screen sizing
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lacking Touch friendly screen

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic S1 Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S570 comes with physical 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 S1 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S570 and Panasonic S1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the S570 vs the S1.

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic S1 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S570 and S1 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic S1 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic S1 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions just by viewing specs. The picture here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S570 and S1.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you may want to take the age of the cameras into account. The more aged S570 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic S1 sensor size comparison

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic S1 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic S1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S570 Portrait photography factors
Panasonic S1 Portrait photography factors
21
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
21
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
can't use external flash
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon S570 Street photography information
Panasonic S1 Street photography information
47
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
63
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others in class (117 grams)
no moving screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S570 Sports photography factors
Panasonic S1 Sports photography factors
17
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
27
image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S570 Travel photography advice
Panasonic S1 Travel photography advice
58
has built in flash
rather wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
62
lighter than others in class (117 grams)
has built in flash
decently wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S570 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic S1 as a Landscape photography camera
28
rather wide (28mm)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
does not have Timelapse mode
32
decently wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
no manual control
low megapixels (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S570 Vlogging features
Panasonic S1 Vlogging features
25
rather wide (28mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have microphone jack
31
decently wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others in class (117g)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
display isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing mic port
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Nikon S570 vs Panasonic S1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S570 and Panasonic S1
 Nikon Coolpix S570Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1
General Information
Company Nikon Panasonic
Model Nikon Coolpix S570 Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 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 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 3200 6400
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-112mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.7-6.6 f/3.1-5.6
Macro focus distance 3cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of display 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display technology - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 60 seconds 8 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range - 3.30 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format - Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
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 140 gr (0.31 pounds) 117 gr (0.26 pounds)
Physical dimensions 92 x 57 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8")
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 - 240 shots
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model EN-EL10 -
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Retail cost $180 $269