Nikon D3X vs Panasonic FP8
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Nikon D3X vs Panasonic FP8 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 1260g - 160 x 157 x 88mm
- Introduced February 2009
- Superseded the Nikon D2Xs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 151g - 96 x 60 x 20mm
- Introduced July 2009
Nikon D3X vs Panasonic FP8 Overview
Following is a extended overview of the Nikon D3X vs Panasonic FP8, former is a Pro DSLR while the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the D3X (25MP) and FP8 (12MP) and the D3X (Full frame) and FP8 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor measurements.
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks SuggestThe D3X was revealed 5 months prior to the FP8 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras have different body design with the Nikon D3X being a Large SLR camera and the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple view of how the D3X scores versus the FP8 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon D3X vs Panasonic FP8 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D3X & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8. The full galleries are provided at Nikon D3X Gallery & Panasonic FP8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D3X over the Panasonic FP8
D3X | FP8 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Sharper display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP8 over the Nikon D3X
FP8 | D3X |
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Common features in the Nikon D3X and Panasonic FP8
D3X | FP8 | |||
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Introduced | February 2009 | July 2009 | Similar age | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither provides Touch display |
Nikon D3X vs Panasonic FP8 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon D3X provides outside dimensions of 160mm x 157mm x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 1260 grams (2.78 lbs) while the Panasonic FP8 has measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).
Look at the Nikon D3X vs Panasonic FP8 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the D3X against the FP8.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D3X and FP8 is 51 and 95 respectively.
Nikon D3X vs Panasonic FP8 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes only by going over specifications. The image underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the D3X and FP8.
Plainly, the two cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The D3X using its larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Nikon D3X will offer you more detail because of its extra 13MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively.
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Nikon D3X vs Panasonic FP8 Specifications
Nikon D3X | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon D3X | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 |
Category | Pro DSLR | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2009-02-19 | 2009-07-27 |
Body design | Large SLR | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed | Venus Engine V |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 24mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 861.6mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 25 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6048 x 4032 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 51 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon F | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Available lenses | 309 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 920 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | Super Density TFT color LCD with wide-viewing angle | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/250s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | 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 | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1260g (2.78 pounds) | 151g (0.33 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 160 x 157 x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5") | 96 x 60 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 88 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 1992 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 4400 photos | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL4a | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 to 20 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | Compact Flash (Type I or II) x 2, UDMA | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 2 | Single |
Retail cost | $3,000 | $300 |