Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic GX850
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Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic GX850 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 139g - 96 x 59 x 21mm
- Introduced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 269g - 107 x 65 x 33mm
- Introduced January 2017
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-GX800 / Lumix DMC-GF9
Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic GX850 Overview
Lets look closer at the Nikon S4300 and Panasonic GX850, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S4300 (16MP) and the GX850 (16MP) is very comparable but the S4300 (1/2.3") and GX850 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor dimensions.
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe S4300 was unveiled 5 years earlier than the GX850 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon S4300 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GX850 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple summation of how the S4300 grades against the GX850 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic GX850 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S4300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S4300 Gallery & Panasonic GX850 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S4300 over the Panasonic GX850
S4300 | GX850 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic GX850 over the Nikon S4300
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Introduced | January 2017 | February 2012 | More modern by 59 months | |
Manually focus | More precise focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 460k | Crisper display (+580k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon S4300 and Panasonic GX850
S4300 | GX850 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display sizing | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic GX850 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S4300 provides 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) whilst the Panasonic GX850 has specifications of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Check the Nikon S4300 and Panasonic GX850 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the S4300 compared to the GX850.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S4300 and GX850 is 95 and 90 respectively.
Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic GX850 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes only by seeing technical specs. The picture underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S4300 and GX850.
As you have seen, each of these cameras provide the same MP but not the same sensor sizes. The S4300 provides the smaller sensor which should make getting shallow depth of field harder. The more aged S4300 will be behind in sensor technology.
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Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic GX850 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S4300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S4300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-GX800 / Lumix DMC-GF9 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2012-02-01 | 2017-01-04 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4592 x 3448 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens zoom range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-6.5 | - |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 107 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/500s |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 17 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 20 Mbps, MP4, H.264 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 139 grams (0.31 pounds) | 269 grams (0.59 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 59 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 107 x 65 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 73 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 586 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 photographs | 210 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2, 10 sec, 3 images/10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $119 | $548 |