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Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic FH3

Portability
94
Imaging
39
Features
37
Overall
38
Nikon Coolpix S6200 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 front
Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
21
Overall
30

Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic FH3 Key Specs

Nikon S6200
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-250mm (F3.2-5.6) lens
  • 160g - 93 x 58 x 26mm
  • Announced August 2011
Panasonic FH3
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
  • 165g - 98 x 55 x 24mm
  • Launched January 2010
  • Also Known as Lumix DMC-FS11
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Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic FH3 Overview

Here is a in depth comparison of the Nikon S6200 versus Panasonic FH3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S6200 (16MP) and the FH3 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S6200 was manufactured 20 months later than the FH3 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the S6200 scores versus the FH3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S6200 over the Panasonic FH3

 S6200 FH3 
LaunchedAugust 2011January 2010Fresher by 20 months
Manual focus Very precise focusing

Reasons to pick Panasonic FH3 over the Nikon S6200

 FH3 S6200 

Common features in the Nikon S6200 and Panasonic FH3

 S6200 FH3 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size2.7"2.7"Same display measurement
Display resolution230k230kEqual display resolution
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither offers Touch friendly display

Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic FH3 Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to carry your camera, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6200 offers exterior dimensions of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Panasonic FH3 has proportions of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S6200 versus Panasonic FH3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the S6200 and the FH3.

Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic FH3 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S6200 and FH3 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic FH3 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic FH3 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6200 and FH3.

Clearly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon S6200 to deliver greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent S6200 will have a benefit in sensor tech.

Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic FH3 sensor size comparison

Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic FH3 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic FH3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S6200 Portrait photography factors
Panasonic FH3 Portrait photography factors
40
has manual focus
resolution is good (16MP)
has face detection autofocus
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
28
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon S6200 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic FH3 as a Street photography camera
63
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with touch focus
no moving screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
57
has image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S6200 as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic FH3 as a Sports photography camera
40
built in image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16MP)
has tracking autofocus
continuous shooting slow (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
35
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
max fps low (6.0 fps)
no shutter priority
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S6200 Travel photography highlights
Panasonic FH3 Travel photography highlights
70
comes with touch focus
resolution is good (16MP)
built-in flash
fairly wide (25mm)
long zoom (250mm)
no Time Lapse mode
doesn't have selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
65
resolution is good (14MP)
built-in flash
quite wide (28mm)
lack of Timelapse function
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S6200 Landscape photography details
Panasonic FH3 Landscape photography details
43
has manual focus
fairly wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
no manual exposure
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
no Time Lapse mode
37
quite wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Nikon S6200
Vlogging with Panasonic FH3
31
fairly wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
has face detection autofocus
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external mic port
29
quite wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of microphone socket
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Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic FH3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S6200 and Panasonic FH3
 Nikon Coolpix S6200Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3
General Information
Brand Nikon Panasonic
Model Nikon Coolpix S6200 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3
Also referred to as - Lumix DMC-FS11
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2011-08-24 2010-01-06
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip 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 area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 3200 6400
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Number of focus points - 9
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-250mm (10.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.2-5.6 f/2.8-6.9
Macro focus distance 10cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of display 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display tech TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4s 60s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1600s
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames/s 6.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range - 6.80 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format MPEG-4, Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
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 160 gr (0.35 lbs) 165 gr (0.36 lbs)
Physical dimensions 93 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") 98 x 55 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 250 pictures -
Style of battery Battery Pack -
Battery model EN-EL12 -
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Price at release $229 $160