Nikon S6100 vs Panasonic FX700

Below is a in-depth overview of the Nikon S6100 and Panasonic FX700, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S6100 (16MP) and the FX700 (14MP) is relatively similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S6100 was released 7 months later than the FX700 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a short highlight of how the S6100 scores against the FX700 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S6100 Gallery and Panasonic FX700 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S6100 has exterior dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX700 has sizing of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).

See the Nikon S6100 and Panasonic FX700 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the S6100 versus the FX700.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S6100 and FX700 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading technical specs. The photograph here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S6100 and FX700.

As you have seen, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Nikon S6100 to offer more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The fresher S6100 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.