Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic ZS10

Lets examine more in depth at the Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic ZS10, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S4300 (16MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S4300 was announced 13 months later than the ZS10 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short summary of how the S4300 matches up vs the ZS10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S4300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S4300 Gallery and Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S4300 comes with external dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS10 has dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic ZS10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the S4300 versus the ZS10.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S4300 and ZS10 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing simply by going through specifications. The graphic below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S4300 and ZS10.

Plainly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Nikon S4300 to produce more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The newer S4300 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.