Nikon S6300 vs Olympus XZ-10
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Nikon S6300 vs Olympus XZ-10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F1.8-2.7) lens
- 221g - 102 x 61 x 34mm
- Revealed January 2013
Nikon S6300 vs Olympus XZ-10 Overview
Lets look a bit more in depth at the Nikon S6300 versus Olympus XZ-10, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the S6300 (16MP) and XZ-10 (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe S6300 was introduced 12 months prior to the XZ-10 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the S6300 grades against the XZ-10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon S6300 vs Olympus XZ-10 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6300 & Olympus Stylus XZ-10. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S6300 Gallery & Olympus XZ-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6300 over the Olympus XZ-10
S6300 | XZ-10 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus XZ-10 over the Nikon S6300
XZ-10 | S6300 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | February 2012 | More recent by 12 months | |
Focus manually | More precise focus | |||
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 230k | Crisper screen (+690k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S6300 and Olympus XZ-10
S6300 | XZ-10 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Nikon S6300 vs Olympus XZ-10 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6300 comes with physical dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Olympus XZ-10 has dimensions of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S6300 versus Olympus XZ-10 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the S6300 versus the XZ-10.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S6300 and XZ-10 is 94 and 91 respectively.
Nikon S6300 vs Olympus XZ-10 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements merely by going through specs. The graphic here might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S6300 and XZ-10.
All in all, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Nikon S6300 to produce extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older S6300 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Nikon S6300 vs Olympus XZ-10 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Olympus Stylus XZ-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Olympus Stylus XZ-10 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-02-01 | 2013-01-30 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3968 x 2976 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 35 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/1.8-2.7 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Wireless |
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 | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps, 18Mbps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps, 9Mbps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160g (0.35 pounds) | 221g (0.49 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 102 x 61 x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 pictures | 240 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | Li-50B |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $200 | $428 |