Nikon S4300 vs Olympus XZ-1

Below, we are analyzing the Nikon S4300 versus Olympus XZ-1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the S4300 (16MP) and XZ-1 (10MP) and the S4300 (1/2.3") and XZ-1 (1/1.63") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The S4300 was manufactured 13 months later than the XZ-1 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a concise view of how the S4300 matches up vs the XZ-1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S4300 & Olympus XZ-1. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S4300 Gallery & Olympus XZ-1 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S4300 offers outside measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Olympus XZ-1 has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 275 grams (0.61 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S4300 versus Olympus XZ-1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the S4300 and the XZ-1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S4300 and XZ-1 is 95 and 88 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S4300 and XZ-1.

As you have seen, both cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S4300 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh harder and the Nikon S4300 will offer you more detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The newer S4300 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.