Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S6300
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![Nikon Coolpix S1000pj front Nikon Coolpix S1000pj front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S1000pj/Nikon-S1000pj-front.jpg)
![Nikon Coolpix S6300 front Nikon Coolpix S6300 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S6300/Nikon-S6300-front.jpg)
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Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S6300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 175g - 96 x 62 x 23mm
- Launched August 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 160g - 94 x 58 x 26mm
- Revealed February 2012
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Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S6300 Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Nikon S1000pj versus Nikon S6300, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are offered by Nikon. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the S1000pj (12MP) and S6300 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The S1000pj was introduced 3 years before the S6300 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple summation of how the S1000pj scores versus the S6300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S6300 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S1000pj & Nikon Coolpix S6300. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S1000pj Gallery & Nikon S6300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Nikon S6300
S1000pj | S6300 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S6300 over the Nikon S1000pj
S6300 | S1000pj | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | ![]() | August 2009 | More modern by 30 months |
Common features in the Nikon S1000pj and Nikon S6300
S1000pj | S6300 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S6300 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S1000pj has got outer measurements of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Nikon S6300 has specifications of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S1000pj versus Nikon S6300 in our brand new Camera & 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 differ based on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the S1000pj versus the S6300.
![Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S6300 size comparison Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S6300 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S1000pj-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S6300-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1000pj and S6300 is 94 and 94 respectively.
![Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S6300 top view buttons comparison Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S6300 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S1000pj-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S6300-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S6300 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes only by looking at technical specs. The picture underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S1000pj and S6300.
As you have seen, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Nikon S6300 to give you extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged S1000pj is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
![Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S6300 sensor size comparison Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S6300 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S1000pj-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S6300-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S6300 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S6300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S6300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S1000pj-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S6300-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 S1000pj vs Nikon S6300 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | Nikon Coolpix S6300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | Nikon Coolpix S6300 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-08-04 | 2012-02-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
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 | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175 grams (0.39 lb) | 160 grams (0.35 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 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 | - | 230 images |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $289 | $200 |