Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic ZS80

Its time to examine more closely at the Nikon S6300 and Panasonic ZS80, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S6300 (16MP) and the ZS80 (20MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S6300 was released 7 years earlier than the ZS80 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the S6300 matches up vs the ZS80 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6300 and Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S6300 Gallery and Panasonic ZS80 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S6300 provides outside dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS80 has sizing of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") and a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S6300 and Panasonic ZS80 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the S6300 vs the ZS80.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S6300 and ZS80 is 94 and 86 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements only by checking specifications. The photograph below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6300 and ZS80.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS80 to resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The older S6300 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.