Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic ZR3

Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Nikon S6200 versus Panasonic ZR3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S6200 (16MP) and the ZR3 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S6200 was revealed 20 months later than the ZR3 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the S6200 matches up vs the ZR3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S6200 Gallery and Panasonic ZR3 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S6200 has exterior measurements of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Panasonic ZR3 has sizing of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S6200 versus Panasonic ZR3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the S6200 against the ZR3.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S6200 and ZR3 is 94 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S6200 and ZR3.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Nikon S6200 to produce extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The newer S6200 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.