Nikon S80 vs Panasonic FP7
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Nikon S80 vs Panasonic FP7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F3.6-4.8) lens
- 133g - 99 x 63 x 17mm
- Launched September 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 147g - 101 x 59 x 18mm
- Launched January 2011

Nikon S80 vs Panasonic FP7 Overview
Below is a extensive analysis of the Nikon S80 and Panasonic FP7, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S80 (14MP) and the FP7 (16MP) is very close and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S80 was revealed 3 months earlier than the FP7 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the S80 matches up against the FP7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S80 vs Panasonic FP7 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S80 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S80 Gallery and Panasonic FP7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S80 over the Panasonic FP7
S80 | FP7 | |||
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Display resolution | 819k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+589k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP7 over the Nikon S80
FP7 | S80 |
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Common features in the Nikon S80 and Panasonic FP7
S80 | FP7 | |||
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Launched | September 2010 | ![]() | January 2011 | Same generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 3.5" | Equal display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Nikon S80 vs Panasonic FP7 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S80 features outside dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Panasonic FP7 has proportions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S80 and Panasonic FP7 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the S80 versus the FP7.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S80 and FP7 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S80 vs Panasonic FP7 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements just by looking through technical specs. The graphic here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S80 and FP7.
As you can tell, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic FP7 to result in extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively.

Nikon S80 vs Panasonic FP7 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S80 vs Panasonic FP7 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S80 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S80 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2010-09-08 | 2011-01-05 |
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 dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.6-4.8 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 7cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 819 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | OLED | TFT Touch Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.3 frames per sec | 4.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.90 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 133 grams (0.29 lb) | 147 grams (0.32 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 63 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.7") | 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 150 photographs | 240 photographs |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL10 | - |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $191 | $227 |