Nikon S7000 vs Panasonic FP5

Below is a in-depth analysis of the Nikon S7000 versus Panasonic FP5, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S7000 (16MP) and the FP5 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S7000 was unveiled 4 years later than the FP5 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise overview of how the S7000 grades versus the FP5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S7000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S7000 Gallery and Panasonic FP5 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S7000 offers outside dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP5 has sizing of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

Check out the Nikon S7000 versus Panasonic FP5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the S7000 vs the FP5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S7000 and FP5 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements only by seeing technical specs. The photograph here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S7000 and FP5.

As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Nikon S7000 to show extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer S7000 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.