Nikon L810 vs Nikon S6300
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Nikon L810 vs Nikon S6300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 23-585mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 430g - 111 x 76 x 83mm
- Announced February 2012
- New Model is Nikon L820
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 160g - 94 x 58 x 26mm
- Announced February 2012

Nikon L810 vs Nikon S6300 Overview
The following is a complete review of the Nikon L810 versus Nikon S6300, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are manufactured by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the L810 (16MP) and the S6300 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The L810 was released at a similar time to the S6300 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the L810 grades vs the S6300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon L810 vs Nikon S6300 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L810 and Nikon Coolpix S6300. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon L810 Gallery and Nikon S6300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L810 over the Nikon S6300
L810 | S6300 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S6300 over the Nikon L810
S6300 | L810 |
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Common features in the Nikon L810 and Nikon S6300
L810 | S6300 | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | ![]() | February 2012 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L810 vs Nikon S6300 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L810 provides outer dimensions of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") and a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs) while the Nikon S6300 has dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Look at the Nikon L810 versus Nikon S6300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the L810 and the S6300.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the L810 and S6300 is 74 and 94 respectively.

Nikon L810 vs Nikon S6300 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading through a spec sheet. The pic below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the L810 and S6300.
As you can see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of images though you may want to consider the production date of the products into consideration.

Nikon L810 vs Nikon S6300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L810 vs Nikon S6300 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L810 | Nikon Coolpix S6300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L810 | Nikon Coolpix S6300 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-02-01 | 2012-02-01 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-585mm (25.4x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 921 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.2 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 430 grams (0.95 lb) | 160 grams (0.35 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 76 x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") | 94 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 images | 230 images |
Battery style | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $280 | $200 |