Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic 3D1

In this write-up, we are looking at the Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic 3D1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the S6300 (16MP) and 3D1 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S6300 was announced 3 months later than the 3D1 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the S6300 matches up against the 3D1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S6300 Gallery and Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6300 provides physical measurements 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 3D1 has proportions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check out the Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic 3D1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the S6300 against the 3D1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S6300 and 3D1 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to see the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading through specifications. The photograph underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S6300 and 3D1.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon S6300 to give you extra detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively.