Nikon S6100 vs Panasonic FH6
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Nikon S6100 vs Panasonic FH6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.7-5.6) lens
- 175g - 98 x 58 x 27mm
- Introduced February 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-6.4) lens
- 119g - 96 x 56 x 20mm
- Released January 2012

Nikon S6100 vs Panasonic FH6 Overview
Lets look closer at the Nikon S6100 and Panasonic FH6, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S6100 (16MP) and the FH6 (14MP) is very close and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S6100 was introduced 11 months prior to the FH6 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the S6100 grades against the FH6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S6100 vs Panasonic FH6 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S6100 Gallery and Panasonic FH6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6100 over the Panasonic FH6
S6100 | FH6 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH6 over the Nikon S6100
FH6 | S6100 | |||
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Released | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2011 | More modern by 11 months |
Common features in the Nikon S6100 and Panasonic FH6
S6100 | FH6 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Nikon S6100 vs Panasonic FH6 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6100 comes with external dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH6 has proportions of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S6100 and Panasonic FH6 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the S6100 versus the FH6.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S6100 and FH6 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S6100 vs Panasonic FH6 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes only by researching technical specs. The pic underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6100 and FH6.
As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon S6100 to render greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged S6100 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon S6100 vs Panasonic FH6 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S6100 vs Panasonic FH6 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-02-09 | 2012-01-09 |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.7-5.6 | f/2.5-6.4 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT touchscreen LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.50 m | 4.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 175 grams (0.39 lb) | 119 grams (0.26 lb) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 96 x 56 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" 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 | 210 photographs | 280 photographs |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $195 | $129 |