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Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic FX700

Portability
94
Imaging
36
Features
25
Overall
31
Nikon Coolpix S6000 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 front
Portability
94
Imaging
36
Features
44
Overall
39

Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic FX700 Key Specs

Nikon S6000
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-196mm (F3.7-5.6) lens
  • 156g - 97 x 55 x 25mm
  • Introduced February 2010
Panasonic FX700
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.2-5.9) lens
  • 176g - 104 x 56 x 25mm
  • Released July 2010
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Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic FX700 Overview

The following is a thorough analysis of the Nikon S6000 versus Panasonic FX700, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S6000 (14MP) and the FX700 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S6000 was released 5 months earlier than the FX700 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the S6000 matches up versus the FX700 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S6000 over the Panasonic FX700

 S6000 FX700 

Reasons to pick Panasonic FX700 over the Nikon S6000

 FX700 S6000 
Manually focus More precise focusing
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Nikon S6000 and Panasonic FX700

 S6000 FX700 
ReleasedFebruary 2010July 2010Same generation
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kIdentical display resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic FX700 Physical Comparison

When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S6000 provides exterior measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Panasonic FX700 has specifications of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S6000 versus Panasonic FX700 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the S6000 versus the FX700.

Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic FX700 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S6000 and FX700 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic FX700 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic FX700 Sensor Comparison

Often, it is very difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions simply by looking through specifications. The picture underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S6000 and FX700.

Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you may want to factor the production date of the cameras into account.

Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic FX700 sensor size comparison

Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic FX700 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic FX700 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon S6000
Portrait photography with Panasonic FX700
28
resolution is good (14MP)
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
no external flash support
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
37
you can focus manually
decent MP (14MP)
cannot use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon S6000 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic FX700 as a Street photography camera
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S6000 Sports photography factors
Panasonic FX700 Sports photography factors
34
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
slow fps (3.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
43
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (14MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S6000 Travel photography features
Panasonic FX700 Travel photography features
64
resolution is good (14MP)
built-in flash
decently wide (28mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
doesn't have selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
64
decent MP (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
reasonably wide (24mm)
lack of Time Lapse recording
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f2.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S6000 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic FX700 as a Landscape photography camera
37
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14MP)
manual focus not available
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
tiny screen (2.7")
no manual exposure
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse mode
48
you can focus manually
reasonably wide (24mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (14MP)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.2)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
lack of Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S6000 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic FX700 as a Vlogging camera
29
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external microphone jack
33
reasonably wide (24mm)
touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
sluggish max aperture (f2.2)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of mic port
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Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic FX700 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S6000 and Panasonic FX700
 Nikon Coolpix S6000Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700
General Information
Make Nikon Panasonic
Model type Nikon Coolpix S6000 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2010-02-03 2010-07-21
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Expeed C2 Venus Engine FHD
Sensor type CCD CMOS
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 14 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 3200 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-196mm (7.0x) 24-120mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.7-5.6 f/2.2-5.9
Macro focusing distance 2cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8s 60s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed 3.0 frames per sec 10.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance - 7.40 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video data format H.264 AVCHD
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
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 156 grams (0.34 pounds) 176 grams (0.39 pounds)
Physical dimensions 97 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") 104 x 56 x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0")
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-EL12 -
Self timer Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal
Storage slots One One
Launch pricing $300 $399