Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic FS25

Following is a complete assessment of the Nikon S4300 versus Panasonic FS25, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the S4300 (16MP) and FS25 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S4300 was announced 3 years after the FS25 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the S4300 grades versus the FS25 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S4300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S4300 Gallery and Panasonic FS25 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S4300 features exterior dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Panasonic FS25 has sizing of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S4300 versus Panasonic FS25 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the S4300 compared to the FS25.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S4300 and FS25 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes only by seeing specs. The image underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S4300 and FS25.

All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Nikon S4300 to provide extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer S4300 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.