Nikon S6300 vs Olympus SZ-11
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![Nikon Coolpix S6300 front Nikon Coolpix S6300 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S6300/Nikon-S6300-front.jpg)
![Olympus SZ-11 front Olympus SZ-11 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-SZ-11/Olympus-SZ-11-front.jpg)
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37 Features
37 Overall
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Nikon S6300 vs Olympus SZ-11 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 160g - 94 x 58 x 26mm
- Launched February 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-500mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 226g - 106 x 69 x 40mm
- Released July 2011
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Nikon S6300 vs Olympus SZ-11 Overview
In this article, we are reviewing the Nikon S6300 versus Olympus SZ-11, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S6300 (16MP) and the SZ-11 (14MP) is very close and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The S6300 was manufactured 7 months later than the SZ-11 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the S6300 scores vs the SZ-11 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Nikon S6300 vs Olympus SZ-11 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6300 & Olympus SZ-11. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S6300 Gallery & Olympus SZ-11 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6300 over the Olympus SZ-11
S6300 | SZ-11 | |||
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Released | February 2012 | ![]() | July 2011 | More recent by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-11 over the Nikon S6300
SZ-11 | S6300 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S6300 and Olympus SZ-11
S6300 | SZ-11 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Nikon S6300 vs Olympus SZ-11 Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6300 has got exterior dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-11 has measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
See the Nikon S6300 versus Olympus SZ-11 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the S6300 and the SZ-11.
![Nikon S6300 vs Olympus SZ-11 size comparison Nikon S6300 vs Olympus SZ-11 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S6300-vs-Olympus-SZ-11-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S6300 and SZ-11 is 94 and 89 respectively.
![Nikon S6300 vs Olympus SZ-11 top view buttons comparison Nikon S6300 vs Olympus SZ-11 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S6300-vs-Olympus-SZ-11-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S6300 vs Olympus SZ-11 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching technical specs. The visual below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6300 and SZ-11.
As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Nikon S6300 to render more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics far more aggressively. The younger S6300 should have an advantage in sensor technology.
![Nikon S6300 vs Olympus SZ-11 sensor size comparison Nikon S6300 vs Olympus SZ-11 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S6300-vs-Olympus-SZ-11-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S6300 vs Olympus SZ-11 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S6300 vs Olympus SZ-11 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S6300 vs Olympus SZ-11 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S6300-vs-Olympus-SZ-11-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S6300 vs Olympus SZ-11 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Olympus SZ-11 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Olympus SZ-11 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-02-01 | 2011-07-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.0-6.9 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 9.30 m (@ ISO 1600) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
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 | 160g (0.35 lb) | 226g (0.50 lb) |
Dimensions | 94 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 106 x 69 x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") |
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 | 230 shots | 200 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $200 | $253 |