Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic FH5
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Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic FH5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 160g - 94 x 58 x 26mm
- Revealed February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 121g - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2011
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FS18
Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic FH5 Overview
Let's look more in depth at the Nikon S6300 and Panasonic FH5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S6300 (16MP) and the FH5 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe S6300 was announced 14 months later than the FH5 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the S6300 grades against the FH5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic FH5 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S6300 Gallery and Panasonic FH5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6300 over the Panasonic FH5
S6300 | FH5 | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | January 2011 | More recent by 14 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH5 over the Nikon S6300
FH5 | S6300 |
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Common features in the Nikon S6300 and Panasonic FH5
S6300 | FH5 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same display size | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Absent Touch display |
Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic FH5 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6300 comes with 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 Panasonic FH5 has dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
See the Nikon S6300 and Panasonic FH5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the S6300 versus the FH5.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S6300 and FH5 is 94 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic FH5 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements simply by checking out specifications. The graphic here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S6300 and FH5.
To sum up, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP so you should expect comparable quality of photos but you will want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The newer S6300 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
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Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic FH5 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FS18 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-02-01 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.1-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames per second | 4.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
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 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 160g (0.35 lb) | 121g (0.27 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 pictures | 260 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $200 | $169 |