Nikon S8100 vs Panasonic FX700

Here, we are matching up the Nikon S8100 versus Panasonic FX700, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S8100 (12MP) and the FX700 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S8100 was manufactured 2 months later than the FX700 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief summation of how the S8100 matches up against the FX700 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S8100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S8100 Gallery and Panasonic FX700 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S8100 comes with outside dimensions of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Panasonic FX700 has measurements of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).

Check the Nikon S8100 versus Panasonic FX700 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the S8100 vs the FX700.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S8100 and FX700 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements only by seeing specifications. The visual underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S8100 and FX700.

To sum up, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic FX700 to show more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively.