Nikon S6400 vs Panasonic FP7

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Nikon S6400 and Panasonic FP7, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S6400 (16MP) and the FP7 (16MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S6400 was manufactured 20 months after the FP7 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short view of how the S6400 matches up vs the FP7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6400 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S6400 Gallery and Panasonic FP7 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S6400 comes with external dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP7 has specifications of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S6400 and Panasonic FP7 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the S6400 and the FP7.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S6400 and FP7 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions simply by researching specifications. The pic here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6400 and FP7.

To sum up, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you should always take the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent S6400 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.