Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic ZS60
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Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic ZS60 Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 128g - 95 x 58 x 19mm
- Released February 2012
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- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 282g - 112 x 64 x 38mm
- Introduced January 2016
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ80
- Replaced the Panasonic ZS50
- New Model is Panasonic ZS70
Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic ZS60 Overview
The following is a extended comparison of the Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic ZS60, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S3300 (16MP) and the ZS60 (18MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe S3300 was launched 4 years earlier than the ZS60 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the S3300 matches up versus the ZS60 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic ZS60 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S3300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S3300 Gallery and Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3300 over the Panasonic ZS60
S3300 | ZS60 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS60 over the Nikon S3300
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Introduced | January 2016 | February 2012 | Newer by 47 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 230k | Sharper screen (+810k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S3300 and Panasonic ZS60
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic ZS60 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S3300 enjoys physical measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS60 has measurements of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic ZS60 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the S3300 compared to the ZS60.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S3300 and ZS60 is 96 and 88 respectively.
Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic ZS60 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by checking a spec sheet. The image underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S3300 and ZS60.
Clearly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Panasonic ZS60 to resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged S3300 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic ZS60 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S3300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ80 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-02-01 | 2016-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 49 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-6.5 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,166 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Highest silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.60 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 128 grams (0.28 lbs) | 282 grams (0.62 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 58 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 112 x 64 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 37 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 19.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 109 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 photos | 320 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 3 shots / 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $99 | $248 |