Nikon S6100 vs Panasonic FX78

Here is a in depth analysis of the Nikon S6100 versus Panasonic FX78, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the S6100 (16MP) and FX78 (12MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S6100 was revealed very close to the FX78 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the S6100 scores versus the FX78 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S6100 Gallery and Panasonic FX78 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6100 enjoys 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) while the Panasonic FX78 has dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S6100 versus Panasonic FX78 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the S6100 and the FX78.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S6100 and FX78 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by researching a spec sheet. The photograph here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S6100 and FX78.

Clearly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Nikon S6100 to result in greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics more aggressively.