Nikon S6100 vs Panasonic SZ10
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Nikon S6100 vs Panasonic SZ10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.7-5.6) lens
- 175g - 98 x 58 x 27mm
- Introduced February 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 177g - 99 x 60 x 30mm
- Revealed January 2015

Nikon S6100 vs Panasonic SZ10 Overview
Here, we will be matching up the Nikon S6100 vs Panasonic SZ10, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S6100 (16MP) and the SZ10 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S6100 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the SZ10 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the S6100 scores versus the SZ10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S6100 vs Panasonic SZ10 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S6100 Gallery & Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6100 over the Panasonic SZ10
S6100 | SZ10 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ10 over the Nikon S6100
SZ10 | S6100 | |||
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Revealed | January 2015 | ![]() | February 2011 | Fresher by 47 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Nikon S6100 and Panasonic SZ10
S6100 | SZ10 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Nikon S6100 vs Panasonic SZ10 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6100 enjoys exterior dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ10 has proportions of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S6100 vs Panasonic SZ10 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the S6100 compared to the SZ10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S6100 and SZ10 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Nikon S6100 vs Panasonic SZ10 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual below should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6100 and SZ10.
As you can see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution so you can expect similar quality of photos although you need to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The older S6100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon S6100 vs Panasonic SZ10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S6100 vs Panasonic SZ10 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2011-02-09 | 2015-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.7-5.6 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT touchscreen LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 1.4fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.50 m | 5.20 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175 grams (0.39 lb) | 177 grams (0.39 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 58 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 99 x 60 x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 shots | 200 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $195 | $200 |