Nikon S6100 vs Panasonic FX75

Its time to look closer at the Nikon S6100 and Panasonic FX75, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S6100 (16MP) and the FX75 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S6100 was released 9 months after the FX75 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the S6100 grades versus the FX75 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S6100 Gallery & Panasonic FX75 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6100 provides exterior measurements 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 FX75 has dimensions of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the S6100 and the FX75.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S6100 and FX75 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes just by checking specs. The picture underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S6100 and FX75.

As you can plainly see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Nikon S6100 to give you extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The newer S6100 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.