Nikon S8100 vs Panasonic FH6
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Nikon S8100 vs Panasonic FH6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 180g - 104 x 60 x 30mm
- Introduced September 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-6.4) lens
- 119g - 96 x 56 x 20mm
- Announced January 2012
Nikon S8100 vs Panasonic FH6 Overview
In this article, we will be evaluating the Nikon S8100 versus Panasonic FH6, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S8100 (12MP) and the FH6 (14MP) is relatively close and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe S8100 was brought out 16 months before the FH6 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a brief overview of how the S8100 grades vs the FH6 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon S8100 vs Panasonic FH6 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S8100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S8100 Gallery and Panasonic FH6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S8100 over the Panasonic FH6
S8100 | FH6 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH6 over the Nikon S8100
FH6 | S8100 | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | September 2010 | More modern by 16 months |
Common features in the Nikon S8100 and Panasonic FH6
S8100 | FH6 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither features Touch screen |
Nikon S8100 vs Panasonic FH6 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S8100 enjoys physical dimensions of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH6 has specifications of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).
See the Nikon S8100 versus Panasonic FH6 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the S8100 versus the FH6.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S8100 and FH6 is 93 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S8100 vs Panasonic FH6 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes just by researching technical specs. The picture underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S8100 and FH6.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic FH6 to result in more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged S8100 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Nikon S8100 vs Panasonic FH6 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S8100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S8100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-09-08 | 2012-01-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
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 | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 30-300mm (10.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/2.5-6.4 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 921k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.60 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 180g (0.40 lbs) | 119g (0.26 lbs) |
Dimensions | 104 x 60 x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 96 x 56 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 220 photographs | 280 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $299 | $129 |