Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic ZS60
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Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic ZS60 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 139g - 96 x 59 x 21mm
- Revealed February 2012
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 282g - 112 x 64 x 38mm
- Introduced January 2016
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ80
- Old Model is Panasonic ZS50
- Later Model is Panasonic ZS70

Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic ZS60 Overview
Following is a complete overview of the Nikon S4300 versus Panasonic ZS60, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S4300 (16MP) and the ZS60 (18MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S4300 was brought out 4 years prior to the ZS60 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the S4300 grades against the ZS60 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic ZS60 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S4300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S4300 Gallery and Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S4300 over the Panasonic ZS60
S4300 | ZS60 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS60 over the Nikon S4300
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Introduced | January 2016 | ![]() | February 2012 | More modern by 47 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+580k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S4300 and Panasonic ZS60
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic ZS60 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S4300 enjoys exterior measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS60 has specifications of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).
Check the Nikon S4300 versus Panasonic ZS60 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the S4300 versus the ZS60.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S4300 and ZS60 is 95 and 88 respectively.

Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic ZS60 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes simply by checking specifications. The pic below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S4300 and ZS60.
To sum up, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Panasonic ZS60 to resolve more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged S4300 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic ZS60 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S4300 vs Panasonic ZS60 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S4300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S4300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ80 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-02-01 | 2016-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-6.5 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,166k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Highest silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.60 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 139g (0.31 pounds) | 282g (0.62 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 59 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 112 x 64 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 37 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 19.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 109 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 images | 320 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 3 shots / 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $119 | $248 |