Nikon S7000 vs Panasonic FP3
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Nikon S7000 vs Panasonic FP3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
- 165g - 99 x 60 x 27mm
- Launched February 2015
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 155g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Released January 2010

Nikon S7000 vs Panasonic FP3 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Nikon S7000 versus Panasonic FP3, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S7000 (16MP) and the FP3 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The S7000 was introduced 5 years later than the FP3 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the S7000 matches up versus the FP3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S7000 vs Panasonic FP3 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S7000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S7000 Gallery & Panasonic FP3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S7000 over the Panasonic FP3
S7000 | FP3 | |||
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Released | February 2015 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 63 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP3 over the Nikon S7000
FP3 | S7000 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S7000 and Panasonic FP3
S7000 | FP3 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Nikon S7000 vs Panasonic FP3 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S7000 offers exterior measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP3 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S7000 versus Panasonic FP3 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the S7000 compared to the FP3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S7000 and FP3 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S7000 vs Panasonic FP3 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing only by checking out technical specs. The photograph here may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S7000 and FP3.
As you can tell, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon S7000 to provide extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The newer S7000 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

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Nikon S7000 vs Panasonic FP3 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S7000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S7000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2015-02-10 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-6.5 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.2fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.70 m (at Auto ISO) | 4.90 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 165 gr (0.36 pounds) | 155 gr (0.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 60 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
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 life | 180 shots | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $280 | $182 |