Nikon S9900 vs Panasonic FH7
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![Nikon Coolpix S9900 front Nikon Coolpix S9900 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S9900/Nikon-S9900-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH7/Panasonic-FH7-front.jpg)
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Nikon S9900 vs Panasonic FH7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.7-6.4) lens
- 289g - 112 x 66 x 40mm
- Revealed February 2015
- Older Model is Nikon S9700
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 126g - 95 x 56 x 19mm
- Released September 2011
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FS22
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Nikon S9900 vs Panasonic FH7 Overview
The following is a extended analysis of the Nikon S9900 vs Panasonic FH7, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S9900 (16MP) and the FH7 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
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The S9900 was revealed 3 years after the FH7 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the S9900 scores versus the FH7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Nikon S9900 vs Panasonic FH7 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S9900 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7. The full galleries are available at Nikon S9900 Gallery & Panasonic FH7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S9900 over the Panasonic FH7
S9900 | FH7 | |||
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Released | February 2015 | ![]() | September 2011 | Newer by 42 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH7 over the Nikon S9900
FH7 | S9900 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S9900 and Panasonic FH7
S9900 | FH7 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Nikon S9900 vs Panasonic FH7 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S9900 has got exterior dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH7 has specifications of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S9900 vs Panasonic FH7 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the S9900 against the FH7.
![Nikon S9900 vs Panasonic FH7 size comparison Nikon S9900 vs Panasonic FH7 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S9900-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH7-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S9900 and FH7 is 88 and 96 respectively.
![Nikon S9900 vs Panasonic FH7 top view buttons comparison Nikon S9900 vs Panasonic FH7 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S9900-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH7-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S9900 vs Panasonic FH7 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading through technical specs. The image here may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S9900 and FH7.
As you have seen, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs although you really should consider the age of the products into consideration. The fresher S9900 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
![Nikon S9900 vs Panasonic FH7 sensor size comparison Nikon S9900 vs Panasonic FH7 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S9900-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH7-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S9900 vs Panasonic FH7 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S9900 vs Panasonic FH7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S9900 vs Panasonic FH7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S9900-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH7-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S9900 vs Panasonic FH7 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S9900 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S9900 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FS22 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2015-02-10 | 2011-09-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-750mm (30.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.7-6.4 | f/3.1-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 921k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0 frames per sec | 4.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 289 grams (0.64 lbs) | 126 grams (0.28 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 66 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 95 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" 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 | 300 photos | 260 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $300 | $149 |