Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic FX48
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Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic FX48 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.7-5.6) lens
- 156g - 97 x 55 x 25mm
- Launched February 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 150g - 95 x 53 x 22mm
- Announced January 2009
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FX40

Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic FX48 Overview
The following is a extensive review of the Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic FX48, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S6000 (14MP) and the FX48 (12MP) is pretty close and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S6000 was revealed 13 months after the FX48 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summation of how the S6000 matches up versus the FX48 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic FX48 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S6000 Gallery and Panasonic FX48 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6000 over the Panasonic FX48
S6000 | FX48 | |||
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Announced | February 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 13 months |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX48 over the Nikon S6000
FX48 | S6000 |
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Common features in the Nikon S6000 and Panasonic FX48
S6000 | FX48 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic FX48 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6000 provides exterior dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Panasonic FX48 has proportions of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).
Check out the Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic FX48 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 use at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the S6000 against the FX48.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S6000 and FX48 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic FX48 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions merely by researching specifications. The pic underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S6000 and FX48.
To sum up, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Nikon S6000 to render greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent S6000 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic FX48 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic FX48 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FX40 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-02-03 | 2009-01-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | - |
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 | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.7-5.6 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.5 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/3000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 6.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 156g (0.34 pounds) | 150g (0.33 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 95 x 53 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $300 | $325 |