Nikon S80 vs Panasonic FP1
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Nikon S80 vs Panasonic FP1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F3.6-4.8) lens
- 133g - 99 x 63 x 17mm
- Revealed September 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 151g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2010
Nikon S80 vs Panasonic FP1 Overview
Lets take a deeper look at the Nikon S80 versus Panasonic FP1, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S80 (14MP) and the FP1 (12MP) is relatively close and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%The S80 was announced 9 months later than the FP1 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a quick overview of how the S80 grades versus the FP1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S80 vs Panasonic FP1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S80 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S80 Gallery & Panasonic FP1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S80 over the Panasonic FP1
S80 | FP1 | |||
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Revealed | September 2010 | January 2010 | Fresher by 9 months | |
Screen sizing | 3.5" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") | |
Screen resolution | 819k | 230k | Sharper screen (+589k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP1 over the Nikon S80
FP1 | S80 |
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Common features in the Nikon S80 and Panasonic FP1
S80 | FP1 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Nikon S80 vs Panasonic FP1 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S80 comes with exterior measurements of 99mm x 63mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.7") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP1 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).
Check the Nikon S80 versus Panasonic FP1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the S80 and the FP1.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S80 and FP1 is 96 and 95 respectively.
Nikon S80 vs Panasonic FP1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through technical specs. The photograph here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S80 and FP1.
As you can tell, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Nikon S80 to result in extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher S80 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.
Nikon S80 vs Panasonic FP1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S80 vs Panasonic FP1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S80 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S80 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2010-09-08 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | Venus Engine IV |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.6-4.8 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 7cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 819 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | OLED | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.3fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
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 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 133g (0.29 lbs) | 151g (0.33 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 63 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.7") | 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 | 150 shots | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL10 | - |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $191 | $153 |