Reasons to choose Coolpix S225
Released in 2009, Coolpix S225 has about 28 mm² of sensor area, 10.34 MP effective resolution, and a 100 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.
Side-by-side comparison
Nikon Coolpix S225
vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1
VS
Sensor area
28 mm²
Coolpix S22528 mm²
Lumix DMC-S1- Area ratio
- 1:1
- Absolute difference
- 0 mm²
- Relative difference
- 0%
The Coolpix S225 and Lumix DMC-S1 have the same sensor area. Compare pixel density, sensor architecture, and release generation to understand likely image-quality differences.
These cameras were released 2 years apart. Consider sensor generation when comparing pixel metrics.
Key specification differences
Coolpix S225MetricLumix DMC-S1
10.34 MPEffective pixels12.1 MP
6.08 × 4.56Sensor6.08 × 4.56
1.64 µmPixel pitch1.51 µm
2.68 µm²Pixel area2.29 µm²
37.3 MP/cm²Pixel density43.64 MP/cm²
5.69Crop factor5.69
—Maximum video—
100 gWeight100 g
SDHC, Secure DigitalStorageSDHC, SDXC, Secure Digital
—BatteryLithium-Ion rechargeable battery Li-ion battery
Amber marks the value that is generally preferable in this comparison context. It is not an overall camera score.
How to choose between these cameras
The Coolpix S225 and Lumix DMC-S1 have the same sensor area. The Coolpix S225 and Lumix DMC-S1 have the same body weight. The Lumix DMC-S1 has the higher effective resolution. The Lumix DMC-S1 is the newer release. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Reasons to choose Lumix DMC-S1
Released in 2011, Lumix DMC-S1 has about 28 mm² of sensor area, 12.1 MP effective resolution, and a 100 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.