Nikon S9100 vs Panasonic FH2

Below is a thorough overview of the Nikon S9100 versus Panasonic FH2, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S9100 (12MP) and the FH2 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S9100 was revealed 7 months later than the FH2 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the S9100 scores against the FH2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S9100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S9100 Gallery & Panasonic FH2 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S9100 provides physical dimensions of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Panasonic FH2 has measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the S9100 compared to the FH2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S9100 and FH2 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements simply by going over specs. The photograph here may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S9100 and FH2.

All in all, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic FH2 to deliver more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The fresher S9100 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.