Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic FX48

Here is a extended review of the Nikon S4300 versus Panasonic FX48, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the S4300 (16MP) and FX48 (12MP) but they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S4300 was revealed 3 years later than the FX48 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick overview of how the S4300 grades vs the FX48 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S4300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48. The full galleries are available at Nikon S4300 Gallery & Panasonic FX48 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S4300 provides exterior measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Panasonic FX48 has measurements of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S4300 versus Panasonic FX48 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the S4300 and the FX48.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S4300 and FX48 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S4300 and FX48.

All in all, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Nikon S4300 to produce greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs much more aggressively. The newer S4300 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.