Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic LX5
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![Nikon Coolpix S4300 front Nikon Coolpix S4300 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S4300/Nikon-S4300-front.jpg)
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35 Features
44 Overall
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Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic LX5 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
- Launched February 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.63" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-90mm (F2.0-3.3) lens
- 271g - 110 x 65 x 43mm
- Released December 2011
- Superseded the Panasonic LX3
- Refreshed by Panasonic LX7
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Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic LX5 Overview
Lets look a little more in depth at the Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic LX5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the S4300 (16MP) and LX5 (10MP) and the S4300 (1/2.3") and LX5 (1/1.63") provide totally different sensor size.
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The S4300 was announced 2 months later than the LX5 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the S4300 matches up versus the LX5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic LX5 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S4300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S4300 Gallery & Panasonic LX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S4300 over the Panasonic LX5
S4300 | LX5 | |||
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Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LX5 over the Nikon S4300
LX5 | S4300 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus |
Common features in the Nikon S4300 and Panasonic LX5
S4300 | LX5 | |||
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Released | February 2012 | ![]() | December 2011 | Same age |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display size |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic LX5 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S4300 has outside dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Panasonic LX5 has proportions of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).
See the Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic LX5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the S4300 against the LX5.
![Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic LX5 size comparison Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic LX5 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S4300-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LX5-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S4300 and LX5 is 95 and 88 respectively.
![Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic LX5 top view buttons comparison Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic LX5 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S4300-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LX5-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic LX5 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing specs. The visual underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S4300 and LX5.
All in all, both of those cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S4300 having a smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Nikon S4300 will render extra detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos more aggressively.
![Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic LX5 sensor size comparison Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic LX5 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S4300-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LX5-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic LX5 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic LX5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic LX5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S4300-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LX5-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic LX5 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S4300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S4300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-02-01 | 2011-12-15 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.63" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 8.07 x 5.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 44.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 24-90mm (3.8x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-6.5 | f/2.0-3.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 7.20 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 139 grams (0.31 pounds) | 271 grams (0.60 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 59 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 110 x 65 x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 41 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 19.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.8 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 132 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $119 | $294 |