Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic LF1

In this article, we are contrasting the Nikon S4300 and Panasonic LF1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the S4300 (16MP) and LF1 (12MP) and the S4300 (1/2.3") and LF1 (1/1.7") come with different sensor sizes.

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The S4300 was revealed 22 months prior to the LF1 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the S4300 scores against the LF1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S4300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S4300 Gallery & Panasonic LF1 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S4300 offers physical dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Panasonic LF1 has measurements of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the S4300 vs the LF1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S4300 and LF1 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor measurements only by going through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S4300 and LF1.

Clearly, both of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The S4300 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh trickier and the Nikon S4300 will produce more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The older S4300 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.