Nikon S70 vs Panasonic FS7

Here, we are contrasting the Nikon S70 versus Panasonic FS7, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S70 (12MP) and the FS7 (10MP) is very close but the S70 (1/2.3") and FS7 (1/2.5") posses different sensor measurements.

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The S70 was brought out 7 months after the FS7 and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the S70 matches up against the FS7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S70 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S70 Gallery & Panasonic FS7 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S70 provides exterior dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Panasonic FS7 has specifications of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the S70 vs the FS7.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S70 and FS7 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by researching a spec sheet. The pic here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S70 and FS7.

As you can see, both the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S70 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Nikon S70 will result in extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent S70 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.