Nikon S6900 vs Panasonic FS42

Below, we will be matching up the Nikon S6900 and Panasonic FS42, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the S6900 (16MP) and FS42 (10MP) and the S6900 (1/2.3") and FS42 (1/2.5") come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The S6900 was brought out 5 years later than the FS42 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a simple summation of how the S6900 matches up against the FS42 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6900 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S6900 Gallery & Panasonic FS42 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera often, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6900 offers external dimensions of 99mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS42 has measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the S6900 against the FS42.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S6900 and FS42 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing purely by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6900 and FS42.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S6900 because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Nikon S6900 will result in extra detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The fresher S6900 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.