| General | Nikon D100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
| Model | D100 | Lumix DMC-ZS3 |
| Successor Model | Nikon D200 | |
| Camera Type | Interchangeable Lens | Point & Shoot |
| Body Type | DSLR | Standard Compact |
| Video Capture |
| Sensor | Nikon D100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor Format | DX | |
| Sensor Size | APS-C | 1/2.33-inch |
| Sensor Dimensions | 23.7 x 15.6 mm | 6.08 x 4.56 mm |
| Total Pixels | 6.31 Megapixel | 13 Megapixel |
| Effective Pixels | 6.1 Megapixel | 10 Megapixel |
| Low Pass Filter | ||
| Native ISO Range | 200 - 1,600 | 80 - 6,400 |
| Photo | Nikon D100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Image Resolution | 3008 x 2000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Other Resolutions | 2240 x 1488, 1504 x 1000 | 3776 x 2520, 3968 x 2232, 3072 x 2304, 3168 x 2112, 3328 x 1872, 2560 x 1920, 2656 x 1768, 2784 x 1568, 2048 x 1536, 2112 x 1408, 2208 x 1248, 1920 x 1080, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480 |
| Image Aspect Ratios | 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 |
| JPEG Quality Levels | Fine, Normal, Basic | Fine, Standard |
| Timelapse Recording | ||
| WB Bracketing |
| Focus | Nikon D100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 |
|---|---|---|
| Autofocus Modes | Multi-area Selective single-point Single Continuous Live View | Single Live View |
| Number of Focus Points | 11 | |
| Touch-to-Focus | ||
| Live View Autofocus | ||
| Animal Eye Detection | ||
| Vehicle Tracking Mode | ||
| Insect Tracking Mode | ||
| Contrast Detection for Autofocus | ||
| Phase Detection for Autofocus | ||
| Focusing Screen | Type B BriteView Clear Matte Mark II with AF Area Brackets (grid lines can be displayed) |
| Optics | Nikon D100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 |
|---|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Nikon F | |
| Crop Factor | 1.5x | |
| 35mm Equivalent Focal Length Range | 25 - 300 mm | |
| Optical Zoom | 12x | |
| Maximum Aperture | f/3.3 - 4.9 | |
| Min Normal Focus Distance | 50 cm | |
| Min Macro Focus Distance | 3 cm | |
| Image Stabilization | ||
| Digital Image Stabilization | ||
| Reflex Mirror | Instant-return type |
| Screen | Nikon D100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Type | Fixed | Fixed |
| Touch Screen | ||
| Screen Size | 1.8" | 3.0" |
| Screen Resolution | 118k dot | 460k dot |
| Top LCD Screen | ||
| Live View | ||
| Live Composition |
| Viewfinder | Nikon D100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 |
|---|---|---|
| Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.80x | |
| Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent) | 0.53x |
| Shutter | Nikon D100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 |
|---|---|---|
| Shutter Type | Electronic assist | |
| Min Shutter Speed | 30 sec | 60 sec |
| Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) | 1/4000 sec | 1/2000 sec |
| Max Continuous Shooting | 3.0 fps | 2.3 fps |
| Mirror Lock Up |
| Flash | Nikon D100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | ||
| Flash Modes | Auto On Off Front curtain Rear curtain Red-Eye Slow Sync | Auto On Off Red-Eye reduction Slow Sync |
| Flash Range | 11.00 m at ISO 100 | 5.30 m Auto ISO |
| Max Flash Sync Speed | 1/180 sec | |
| Flash Compensation | -3 to +1 EV (1/3, 1/2, 1 EV Steps) | |
| External Flash Connectivity | ||
| External Flash System | SB-24: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain, Repeating Flash SB-27: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain SB-29s: Manual, Rear Curtain SB-50DX: D-TTL, Manual, Rear Curtain SB-80DX: D-TTL, Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain, Repeating Flash, Red Eye Reduction SB-400: n/a, Not usable. No i-TTL function with these cameras, no custom setting option to control Manual output. SB-600: D-TTL, Manual, Red-Eye Reduction, AF Assist for multi area AF, Auto Zoom, Rear Curtain SB-800: D-TTL, Auto Aperture (AA), Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain, Repeating Flash, Red-eye Reduction, AF, Zoom SB-900: Non CLS cameras: D-TTL, Non-TTL Auto Flash, Distance Priority Manual Flash, M, RPT, SU-4 type optical trigger SB-R1C1/SB-R200 triggered by SU-800: D-TTL, Auto Aperture (AA), Rear Curtain, Slow Sync, AF, Manual SB-R1, SB-R200 triggered by camera's built in flash: No built in flash |
| Exposure | Nikon D100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 |
|---|---|---|
| Exposure Metering Modes | Multi Center-weighted Spot | |
| Exposure Compensation | ±5 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments) | ±2 (at 1/3 EV increments) |
| Exposure Bracketing | ||
| Exposure Lock | Luminosity locked at detected value with AE-L/AF-L button |
| Video | Nikon D100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 |
|---|---|---|
| Video Formats | AVCHD Lite | |
| Max Video Resolution | 1280 x 720 | |
| Unlimited Video Recording |
| Terminals | Nikon D100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 |
|---|---|---|
| USB Speed | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| HDMI Output | ||
| Built-in Microphone | Mono | |
| Microphone Input | ||
| Headphone Output | ||
| Flash Sync Port |
| Connectivity | Nikon D100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in GPS | ||
| Built-In Wi-Fi | ||
| Built-In Bluetooth | ||
| Remote Control | via Optional vertical grip or software |
| Environmental | Nikon D100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental Sealing |
| Physical | Nikon D100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 144 x 116 x 81 mm (5.67 x 4.57 x 3.19") | 103 x 60 x 33 mm (4.06 x 2.36 x 1.3") |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 780 g (1.72 lb / 27.51 oz) | 229 g (0.50 lb / 8.08 oz) |
| Power and Storage | Nikon D100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 |
|---|---|---|
| Internal Storage | 40 MB | |
| External Storage | Single Slot: CompactFlash (Type I/II, compliant with UDMA), MicroDrive | Single Slot: SD/MMC/SDHC |
| Other | Nikon D100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 |
|---|---|---|
| Self Timer | 2, 5, 10 or 20 sec | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Orientation Sensor |
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