Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic ZS45

Here, we are matching up the Nikon S4300 and Panasonic ZS45, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S4300 (16MP) and the ZS45 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S4300 was brought out 3 years earlier than the ZS45 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief summary of how the S4300 grades versus the ZS45 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S4300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S4300 Gallery & Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you should take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S4300 offers outer dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS45 has specifications of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the S4300 vs the ZS45.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S4300 and ZS45 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by going over specs. The visual underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S4300 and ZS45.

All in all, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of images however you have to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The older S4300 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.