Nikon S570 vs Panasonic ZS3
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Nikon S570 vs Panasonic ZS3 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
- Announced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 229g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Launched May 2009
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ7

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic ZS3 Overview
Following is a in-depth review of the Nikon S570 versus Panasonic ZS3, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S570 (12MP) and the ZS3 (10MP) is very similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S570 was introduced 3 months after the ZS3 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the S570 matches up vs the ZS3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic ZS3 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S570 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S570 Gallery and Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S570 over the Panasonic ZS3
S570 | ZS3 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS3 over the Nikon S570
ZS3 | S570 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S570 and Panasonic ZS3
S570 | ZS3 | |||
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Launched | August 2009 | ![]() | May 2009 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
Nikon S570 vs Panasonic ZS3 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S570 provides outside measurements of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS3 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S570 versus Panasonic ZS3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the S570 and the ZS3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S570 and ZS3 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic ZS3 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes only by going over specifications. The pic here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S570 and ZS3.
To sum up, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon S570 to offer you more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images far more aggressively.

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Nikon S570 vs Panasonic ZS3 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S570 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S570 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 |
Alternate name | - | Lumix DMC-TZ7 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2009-08-04 | 2009-05-14 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | 140g (0.31 lbs) | 229g (0.50 lbs) |
Dimensions | 92 x 57 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $180 | $200 |