Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic XS1

Here, we are contrasting the Nikon S4300 and Panasonic XS1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S4300 (16MP) and the XS1 (16MP) is very close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S4300 was manufactured 11 months earlier than the XS1 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the S4300 matches up versus the XS1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S4300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S4300 Gallery and Panasonic XS1 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S4300 has got outer 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 XS1 has specifications of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S4300 and Panasonic XS1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the S4300 vs the XS1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S4300 and XS1 is 95 and 97 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching specifications. The graphic here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S4300 and XS1.

To sum up, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP and you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you should factor the release date of the cameras into account. The older S4300 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.