Nikon S70 vs Panasonic FP8

Lets look closer at the Nikon S70 vs Panasonic FP8, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S70 (12MP) and the FP8 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S70 was brought out around the same time to the FP8 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the S70 matches up against the FP8 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S70 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S70 Gallery and Panasonic FP8 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S70 features outside dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP8 has specifications of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the S70 and the FP8.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S70 and FP8 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing purely by going through specs. The visual here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S70 and FP8.

All in all, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of images however you should factor the release date of the cameras into account.