Nikon S9100 vs Panasonic FX75
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Nikon S9100 vs Panasonic FX75 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 214g - 105 x 62 x 35mm
- Launched July 2011
- Later Model is Nikon S9300
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.2-5.9) lens
- 165g - 103 x 55 x 23mm
- Introduced June 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FX70

Nikon S9100 vs Panasonic FX75 Overview
Below, we are looking at the Nikon S9100 versus Panasonic FX75, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S9100 (12MP) and the FX75 (14MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S9100 was revealed 14 months after the FX75 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the S9100 grades against the FX75 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S9100 vs Panasonic FX75 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S9100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S9100 Gallery & Panasonic FX75 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S9100 over the Panasonic FX75
S9100 | FX75 | |||
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Introduced | July 2011 | ![]() | June 2010 | More modern by 14 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX75 over the Nikon S9100
FX75 | S9100 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S9100 and Panasonic FX75
S9100 | FX75 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Nikon S9100 vs Panasonic FX75 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S9100 comes with exterior dimensions of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX75 has measurements of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S9100 versus Panasonic FX75 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the S9100 versus the FX75.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S9100 and FX75 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S9100 vs Panasonic FX75 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing specifications. The pic below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S9100 and FX75.
Plainly, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic FX75 to deliver greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more recent S9100 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon S9100 vs Panasonic FX75 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S9100 vs Panasonic FX75 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S9100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S9100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FX70 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-07-19 | 2010-06-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | Venus Engine HD II |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 160 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.2-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 4cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 7.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 214 gr (0.47 lb) | 165 gr (0.36 lb) |
Dimensions | 105 x 62 x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") | 103 x 55 x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 270 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $329 | $139 |