Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic S3
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Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic S3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.6) lens
- 160g - 93 x 58 x 26mm
- Introduced August 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 117g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Introduced January 2011

Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic S3 Overview
Following is a extended assessment of the Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic S3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S6200 (16MP) and the S3 (14MP) is very similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The S6200 was released 8 months after the S3 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the S6200 matches up against the S3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic S3 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S6200 Gallery & Panasonic S3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6200 over the Panasonic S3
S6200 | S3 | |||
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Introduced | August 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 8 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic S3 over the Nikon S6200
S3 | S6200 |
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Common features in the Nikon S6200 and Panasonic S3
S6200 | S3 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical display size |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic S3 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6200 has outer dimensions of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Panasonic S3 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Check the Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic S3 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the S6200 and the S3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S6200 and S3 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic S3 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading technical specs. The picture below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6200 and S3.
As you can tell, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Nikon S6200 to deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more modern S6200 will have an advantage in sensor technology.

Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic S3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic S3 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S6200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-08-24 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | Venus Engine IV |
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 | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-5.6 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
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 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 160 grams (0.35 pounds) | 117 grams (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 93 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 photographs | 250 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $229 | $110 |