Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic LF1
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Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic LF1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.7-5.6) lens
- 156g - 97 x 55 x 25mm
- Released February 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Increase to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-200mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 192g - 103 x 62 x 28mm
- Launched November 2013

Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic LF1 Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the Nikon S6000 versus Panasonic LF1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S6000 (14MP) and the LF1 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the S6000 (1/2.3") and LF1 (1/1.7") provide different sensor dimensions.

The S6000 was announced 4 years earlier than the LF1 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the S6000 grades vs the LF1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic LF1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S6000 Gallery & Panasonic LF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6000 over the Panasonic LF1
S6000 | LF1 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic LF1 over the Nikon S6000
LF1 | S6000 | |||
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Launched | November 2013 | ![]() | February 2010 | Fresher by 46 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S6000 and Panasonic LF1
S6000 | LF1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic LF1 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S6000 offers external measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Panasonic LF1 has specifications of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).
Check out the Nikon S6000 versus Panasonic LF1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the S6000 and the LF1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S6000 and LF1 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic LF1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S6000 and LF1.
Clearly, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S6000 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh tougher and the Nikon S6000 will show greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The older S6000 will be behind in sensor technology.

Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic LF1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic LF1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-02-03 | 2013-11-26 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
Max aperture | f/3.7-5.6 | f/2.0-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 7.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 156 gr (0.34 lb) | 192 gr (0.42 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 103 x 62 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 52 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 211 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 250 images |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $300 | $500 |