Nikon S70 vs Panasonic FS15
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Nikon S70 vs Panasonic FS15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 160g - 97 x 61 x 20mm
- Launched August 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 136g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Announced January 2009
Nikon S70 vs Panasonic FS15 Overview
Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Nikon S70 vs Panasonic FS15, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S70 (12MP) and the FS15 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe S70 was revealed 7 months later than the FS15 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summary of how the S70 scores versus the FS15 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon S70 vs Panasonic FS15 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S70 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15. The full galleries are available at Nikon S70 Gallery and Panasonic FS15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S70 over the Panasonic FS15
S70 | FS15 | |||
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Announced | August 2009 | January 2009 | More recent by 7 months | |
Screen size | 3.5" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") | |
Screen resolution | 288k | 230k | Sharper screen (+58k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS15 over the Nikon S70
FS15 | S70 |
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Common features in the Nikon S70 and Panasonic FS15
S70 | FS15 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Nikon S70 vs Panasonic FS15 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S70 comes with external 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) and the Panasonic FS15 has sizing of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S70 vs Panasonic FS15 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the S70 and the FS15.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S70 and FS15 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Nikon S70 vs Panasonic FS15 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor measurements just by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S70 and FS15.
As you can see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP and you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you need to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher S70 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
Nikon S70 vs Panasonic FS15 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S70 vs Panasonic FS15 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S70 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S70 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-08-04 | 2009-01-16 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed | - |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 29-145mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 288 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash options | - | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160 gr (0.35 lbs) | 136 gr (0.30 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 61 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $290 | $180 |