Nikon S6400 vs Panasonic FS7

Lets look more closely at the Nikon S6400 and Panasonic FS7, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the S6400 (16MP) and FS7 (10MP) and the S6400 (1/2.3") and FS7 (1/2.5") posses different sensor sizing.

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The S6400 was revealed 3 years after the FS7 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the S6400 matches up against the FS7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6400 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S6400 Gallery & Panasonic FS7 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S6400 has physical dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic FS7 has specifications of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S6400 and Panasonic FS7 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the S6400 versus the FS7.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S6400 and FS7 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by going over a spec sheet. The pic here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S6400 and FS7.

Clearly, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S6400 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon S6400 will deliver greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more modern S6400 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.